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KN56 DWO

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 88,491 miles on the clock, averaging 13,240 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 DWO

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,491
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2009
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
13,240

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,491 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,014
Average per year13,240
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KN56 DWO 54k63k71k80k88k '09'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,491 miles
Since last MOT+17,014 miles
PASS
Mileage71,477 miles
Since last MOT+17,023 miles
PASS
Mileage54,454 miles

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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

RegistrationKN56 DWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KN56 DWO

What car is KN56 DWO?

KN56 DWO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KN56 DWO?

The last recorded mileage for KN56 DWO was 88,491 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN56 DWO passed its MOT?

KN56 DWO has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2012.

Is KN56 DWO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 DWO 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 DWO?

KN56 DWO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.