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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 108,776 miles on the clock, averaging 12,663 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 CA56 UEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 108,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,663 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 UEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 UEM
What car is CA56 UEM?
CA56 UEM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2007.
What is the mileage of CA56 UEM?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 UEM was 108,776 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 UEM passed its MOT?
CA56 UEM has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Feb 2017.
Is CA56 UEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 UEM 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 UEM?
CA56 UEM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.