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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 99,377 miles on the clock, averaging 8,381 miles per year, around 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 EKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,377 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,863 |
| Average per year | 8,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 EKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 EKZ
What car is YY56 EKZ?
YY56 EKZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 EKZ?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 EKZ was 99,377 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 EKZ passed its MOT?
YY56 EKZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2016.
Is YY56 EKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 EKZ 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 EKZ?
YY56 EKZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.