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 1900cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 95,524 miles on the clock, averaging 11,496 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 YT56 DKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 95,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,506 |
| Average per year | 11,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YT56 DKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YT56 DKD
What car is YT56 DKD?
YT56 DKD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YT56 DKD?
The last recorded mileage for YT56 DKD was 95,524 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT56 DKD passed its MOT?
YT56 DKD has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Aug 2016.
Is YT56 DKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT56 DKD 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 YT56 DKD?
YT56 DKD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.