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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 151,597 miles on the clock, averaging 11,035 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 EU56 WJM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,980 |
| Average per year | 11,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EU56 WJM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EU56 WJM
What car is EU56 WJM?
EU56 WJM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EU56 WJM?
The last recorded mileage for EU56 WJM was 151,597 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU56 WJM passed its MOT?
EU56 WJM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2020.
Is EU56 WJM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU56 WJM 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 EU56 WJM?
EU56 WJM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.