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 Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 132,046 miles on the clock, averaging 11,847 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for KM56 LYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,046 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,847 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KM56 LYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KM56 LYW
What car is KM56 LYW?
KM56 LYW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KM56 LYW?
The last recorded mileage for KM56 LYW was 132,046 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM56 LYW passed its MOT?
KM56 LYW has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2018.
Is KM56 LYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 LYW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is KM56 LYW?
KM56 LYW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.