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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 122,795 miles on the clock, averaging 11,051 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 DWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,795 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,333 |
| Average per year | 11,051 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | KN56 DWC |
| 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 DWC
What car is KN56 DWC?
KN56 DWC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KN56 DWC?
The last recorded mileage for KN56 DWC was 122,795 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN56 DWC passed its MOT?
KN56 DWC has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Sep 2017.
Is KN56 DWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 DWC 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 DWC?
KN56 DWC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.