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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 172,798 miles on the clock, averaging 10,337 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 YR56 VRG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,798 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,503 |
| Average per year | 10,337 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 VRG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VRG
What car is YR56 VRG?
YR56 VRG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 VRG?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 VRG was 172,798 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 VRG passed its MOT?
YR56 VRG has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2025.
Is YR56 VRG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 VRG 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 VRG?
YR56 VRG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.