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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 135,506 miles on the clock, averaging 9,589 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 YY56 OVR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,352 |
| Average per year | 9,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 OVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OVR
What car is YY56 OVR?
YY56 OVR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 OVR?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 OVR was 135,506 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 OVR passed its MOT?
YY56 OVR has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Dec 2018.
Is YY56 OVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 OVR 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 OVR?
YY56 OVR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.