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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 177,839 miles on the clock, averaging 7,261 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 CA56 MXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 177,839 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,630 |
| Average per year | 7,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | CA56 MXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CA56 MXY
What car is CA56 MXY?
CA56 MXY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2007.
What is the mileage of CA56 MXY?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 MXY was 177,839 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 MXY passed its MOT?
CA56 MXY has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is CA56 MXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 MXY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CA56 MXY?
CA56 MXY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.