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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 117,323 miles on the clock, averaging 6,215 miles per year, 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 YR56 FFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,727 |
| Average per year | 6,215 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | YR56 FFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YR56 FFG
What car is YR56 FFG?
YR56 FFG is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 FFG?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 FFG was 117,323 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 FFG passed its MOT?
YR56 FFG has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 27 Jan 2025.
Is YR56 FFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 FFG 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 YR56 FFG?
YR56 FFG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.