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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 68,504 miles on the clock, averaging 4,871 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 YT56 RLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 37 |
| Average per year | 4,871 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 RLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YT56 RLZ
What car is YT56 RLZ?
YT56 RLZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YT56 RLZ?
The last recorded mileage for YT56 RLZ was 68,504 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT56 RLZ passed its MOT?
YT56 RLZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2018.
Is YT56 RLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT56 RLZ 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 RLZ?
YT56 RLZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.