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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 118,214 miles on the clock, averaging 6,265 miles per year, below 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 DXR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,214 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -2,160 |
| Average per year | 6,265 |
| 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 DXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 DXR
What car is KN56 DXR?
KN56 DXR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KN56 DXR?
The last recorded mileage for KN56 DXR was 118,214 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN56 DXR passed its MOT?
KN56 DXR has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Nov 2019.
Is KN56 DXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 DXR 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 DXR?
KN56 DXR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.