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 Diesel 1900cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 260,659 miles on the clock, averaging 20,508 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 TUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 260,659 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 20,508 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | KM56 TUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 TUP
What car is KM56 TUP?
KM56 TUP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KM56 TUP?
The last recorded mileage for KM56 TUP was 260,659 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM56 TUP passed its MOT?
KM56 TUP has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2020.
Is KM56 TUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 TUP 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 TUP?
KM56 TUP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.