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 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 139,823 miles on the clock, averaging 9,186 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 KN56 DVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,823 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,690 |
| Average per year | 9,186 |
| 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
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 | KN56 DVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KN56 DVJ
What car is KN56 DVJ?
KN56 DVJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KN56 DVJ?
The last recorded mileage for KN56 DVJ was 139,823 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN56 DVJ passed its MOT?
KN56 DVJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2021.
Is KN56 DVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 DVJ 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 KN56 DVJ?
KN56 DVJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.