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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 153,919 miles on the clock, averaging 13,366 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 LXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,919 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,033 |
| Average per year | 13,366 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | KM56 LXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KM56 LXY
What car is KM56 LXY?
KM56 LXY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KM56 LXY?
The last recorded mileage for KM56 LXY was 153,919 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM56 LXY passed its MOT?
KM56 LXY has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2019.
Is KM56 LXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 LXY 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 KM56 LXY?
KM56 LXY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.