2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · MW56 FSU
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 22 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 85,300 miles. MOT expired on 18 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MW56 FSU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2023
- 85,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MW56 FSU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (MW56 FSU) between December 2021 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
MW56 FSU Mileage History
- 15/12/202180,032 mi
- 16/12/202180,032 mi
- 20/05/202385,300 mi+5,268 mi
Average of roughly 3,693 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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