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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 223,925 miles on the clock, averaging 13,649 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 CP56 KAA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 223,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,764 |
| Average per year | 13,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CP56 KAA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CP56 KAA
What car is CP56 KAA?
CP56 KAA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CP56 KAA?
The last recorded mileage for CP56 KAA was 223,925 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP56 KAA passed its MOT?
CP56 KAA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2021.
Is CP56 KAA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP56 KAA 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 CP56 KAA?
CP56 KAA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.