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 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 136,278 miles on the clock, averaging 6,341 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 YY56 DDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,278 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,341 |
| 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 | YY56 DDZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YY56 DDZ
What car is YY56 DDZ?
YY56 DDZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 DDZ?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 DDZ was 136,278 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 DDZ passed its MOT?
YY56 DDZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2023.
Is YY56 DDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 DDZ 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 YY56 DDZ?
YY56 DDZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.