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KN56 UJA

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 129,385 miles on the clock, averaging 5,967 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 UJA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
129,385
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2009
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,967

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,385 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,967
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN56 UJA 31k56k80k105k129k '09'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,385 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,382 miles
Since last MOT+6,919 miles
PASS
Mileage122,463 miles
Since last MOT+2,120 miles
PASS
Mileage120,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,343 miles
Since last MOT+3,061 miles
PASS
Mileage117,282 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,282 miles
Since last MOT+3,841 miles
PASS
Mileage113,441 miles
Since last MOT+3,364 miles
PASS
Mileage110,077 miles
Since last MOT+2,289 miles
PASS
Mileage107,788 miles
Since last MOT+11,884 miles
PASS
Mileage95,904 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage86,586 miles
Since last MOT+12,545 miles
PASS
Mileage74,041 miles
Since last MOT+3,717 miles
PASS
Mileage70,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,324 miles
Since last MOT+2,367 miles
PASS
Mileage67,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,957 miles
Since last MOT+5,767 miles
PASS
Mileage62,190 miles
Since last MOT+8,115 miles
PASS
Mileage54,075 miles
Since last MOT+8,629 miles
PASS
Mileage45,446 miles
Since last MOT+14,280 miles
PASS
Mileage31,166 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 UJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 UJA

What car is KN56 UJA?

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

What is the mileage of KN56 UJA?

The last recorded mileage for KN56 UJA was 129,385 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN56 UJA passed its MOT?

KN56 UJA has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.

Is KN56 UJA ULEZ compliant?

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

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