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 Petrol 2000cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 285,949 miles on the clock, averaging 15,455 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for KN56 LYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 285,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 15,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KN56 LYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 LYD
What car is KN56 LYD?
KN56 LYD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KN56 LYD?
The last recorded mileage for KN56 LYD was 285,949 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN56 LYD passed its MOT?
KN56 LYD has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 5 Nov 2025.
Is KN56 LYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 LYD is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is KN56 LYD?
KN56 LYD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.