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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 185,415 miles on the clock, averaging 9,496 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 CE56 XMM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,415 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,696 |
| Average per year | 9,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | CE56 XMM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CE56 XMM
What car is CE56 XMM?
CE56 XMM is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CE56 XMM?
The last recorded mileage for CE56 XMM was 185,415 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE56 XMM passed its MOT?
CE56 XMM has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2025.
Is CE56 XMM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE56 XMM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CE56 XMM?
CE56 XMM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.