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KN56 TLJ

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1900cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourSilver
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 1900cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 110,031 miles on the clock, averaging 5,694 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 TLJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
110,031
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2009
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,694

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,031 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,059
Average per year5,694
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN56 TLJ 17k40k64k87k110k '09'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,031 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage104,972 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,937 miles
Since last MOT+4,241 miles
PASS
Mileage100,696 miles
Since last MOT+4,213 miles
PASS
Mileage96,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,483 miles
Since last MOT+10,966 miles
PASS
Mileage85,517 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,513 miles
Since last MOT+10,414 miles
PASS
Mileage75,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,099 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
PASS
Mileage65,777 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,776 miles
Since last MOT+199 miles
PASS
Mileage65,577 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,577 miles
Since last MOT+1,616 miles
PASS
Mileage63,961 miles
Since last MOT+1,800 miles
PASS
Mileage62,161 miles
Since last MOT+1,065 miles
PASS
Mileage61,096 miles
Since last MOT+2,845 miles
PASS
Mileage58,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,069 miles
PASS
Mileage54,182 miles
Since last MOT+4,087 miles
PASS
Mileage50,095 miles
Since last MOT+6,947 miles
PASS
Mileage43,148 miles
Since last MOT+12,935 miles
PASS
Mileage30,213 miles
Since last MOT+11,779 miles
PASS
Mileage18,434 miles
Since last MOT+1,239 miles
PASS
Mileage17,195 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 TLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KN56 TLJ

What car is KN56 TLJ?

KN56 TLJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KN56 TLJ?

The last recorded mileage for KN56 TLJ was 110,031 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN56 TLJ passed its MOT?

KN56 TLJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.

Is KN56 TLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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