Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 124,973 miles on the clock, averaging 16,247 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for YH56 XBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,973 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,042 |
| Average per year | 16,247 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YH56 XBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YH56 XBS
What car is YH56 XBS?
YH56 XBS is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YH56 XBS?
The last recorded mileage for YH56 XBS was 124,973 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH56 XBS passed its MOT?
YH56 XBS has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Aug 2015.
Is YH56 XBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH56 XBS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YH56 XBS?
YH56 XBS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.