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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 265,220 miles on the clock, averaging 14,954 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 KS56 MLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 265,220 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25,857 |
| Average per year | 14,954 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KS56 MLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KS56 MLX
What car is KS56 MLX?
KS56 MLX is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KS56 MLX?
The last recorded mileage for KS56 MLX was 265,220 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS56 MLX passed its MOT?
KS56 MLX has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2024.
Is KS56 MLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS56 MLX 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 KS56 MLX?
KS56 MLX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.