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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 139,942 miles on the clock, averaging 7,708 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 CP56 KJN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,753 |
| Average per year | 7,708 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 KJN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 KJN
What car is CP56 KJN?
CP56 KJN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CP56 KJN?
The last recorded mileage for CP56 KJN was 139,942 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP56 KJN passed its MOT?
CP56 KJN has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 4 Feb 2026.
Is CP56 KJN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP56 KJN 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 KJN?
CP56 KJN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.