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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 167,245 miles on the clock, averaging 16,174 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 KH56 GVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,988 |
| Average per year | 16,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | KH56 GVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KH56 GVL
What car is KH56 GVL?
KH56 GVL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KH56 GVL?
The last recorded mileage for KH56 GVL was 167,245 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KH56 GVL passed its MOT?
KH56 GVL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2018.
Is KH56 GVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH56 GVL 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 KH56 GVL?
KH56 GVL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.