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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 151,286 miles on the clock, averaging 8,472 miles per year, around 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 VWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 8,472 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 VWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VWE
What car is CA56 VWE?
CA56 VWE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2007.
What is the mileage of CA56 VWE?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 VWE was 151,286 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 VWE passed its MOT?
CA56 VWE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2022.
Is CA56 VWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 VWE 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 VWE?
CA56 VWE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.