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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 132,059 miles on the clock, averaging 2,650 miles per year, well below 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 YRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 132,059 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 YRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YH56 YRO
What car is YH56 YRO?
YH56 YRO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2007.
What is the mileage of YH56 YRO?
The last recorded mileage for YH56 YRO was 132,059 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH56 YRO passed its MOT?
YH56 YRO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2018.
Is YH56 YRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH56 YRO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, 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 YRO?
YH56 YRO is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.