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2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · WR56 AGV

WR56 AGV

2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 163,043 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2006 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 15 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
163,043 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 15 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-08-16 at 163,043 miles showed no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend over the past three years. Previous tests from 2024 and 2023 also passed without issues, though a duplicate entry for 2023-07-28 records both a pass and a fail at the same mileage. This inconsistency may reflect a data entry error but does not suggest mechanical deterioration. The absence of advisories or failures in recent tests implies the car has been well-kept, with no significant structural or functional risks identified. The mileage of 163,043 miles aligns with an average annual usage of 8,152 miles, typical for a 20-year-old vehicle. MOT tests are spaced consistently, with intervals of 11–12 months, suggesting regular compliance. No gaps in the record indicate prolonged neglect, and the lack of recurring defects points to routine maintenance. However, the 2023-07-28 discrepancy, where a fail and pass share identical details, warrants scrutiny to confirm the accuracy of that test’s outcome. A buyer should inspect suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, given the car’s age, and check for brake disc warping or caliper binding, which can develop over time. Corrosion in underbody panels or chassis seams should also be assessed, as these areas are prone to rust in older vehicles. While MOT records show no immediate concerns, a physical inspection is essential to verify the condition of wear items like tyres and to confirm the absence of hidden structural damage.
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WR56 AGV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2025
  • 163,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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WR56 AGV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (WR56 AGV) between July 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY

WR56 AGV Mileage History

  1. 30/07/2022142,503 mi
  2. 28/07/2023145,307 mi+2,804 mi
  3. 28/07/2023145,307 mi
  4. 25/07/2024153,253 mi+7,946 mi
  5. 16/08/2025163,043 mi+9,790 mi

Average of roughly 6,740 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
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