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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 338,709 miles on the clock, averaging 21,286 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 GP56 XNW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 338,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 21,286 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GP56 XNW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 XNW
What car is GP56 XNW?
GP56 XNW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GP56 XNW?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 XNW was 338,709 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 XNW passed its MOT?
GP56 XNW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2023.
Is GP56 XNW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 XNW 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 GP56 XNW?
GP56 XNW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.