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KM56 KZE

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 221,212 miles on the clock, averaging 13,893 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 KM56 KZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
221,212
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2009
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
13,893

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading221,212 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,893
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM56 KZE 27k75k124k173k221k '09'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage221,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage221,212 miles
Since last MOT+12,174 miles
PASS
Mileage209,038 miles
Since last MOT+8,785 miles
PASS
Mileage200,253 miles
Since last MOT+11,095 miles
PASS
Mileage189,158 miles
Since last MOT+9,842 miles
PASS
Mileage179,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,316 miles
Since last MOT+15,526 miles
PASS
Mileage163,790 miles
Since last MOT+25,506 miles
PASS
Mileage138,284 miles
Since last MOT+26,775 miles
PASS
Mileage111,509 miles
Since last MOT+23,230 miles
PASS
Mileage88,279 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,244 miles
Since last MOT+13,116 miles
PASS
Mileage75,128 miles
Since last MOT+5,261 miles
PASS
Mileage69,867 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,867 miles
Since last MOT+16,183 miles
PASS
Mileage53,684 miles
Since last MOT+1,707 miles
PASS
Mileage51,977 miles
Since last MOT+20,815 miles
PASS
Mileage31,162 miles
Since last MOT+4,548 miles
PASS
Mileage26,614 miles

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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

RegistrationKM56 KZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KM56 KZE

What car is KM56 KZE?

KM56 KZE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KM56 KZE?

The last recorded mileage for KM56 KZE was 221,212 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM56 KZE passed its MOT?

KM56 KZE has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2023.

Is KM56 KZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 KZE 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 KM56 KZE?

KM56 KZE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.