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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 147,998 miles on the clock, averaging 8,764 miles per year, around 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 KT56 OAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,099 |
| Average per year | 8,764 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KT56 OAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KT — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KT56 OAV
What car is KT56 OAV?
KT56 OAV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KT56 OAV?
The last recorded mileage for KT56 OAV was 147,998 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT56 OAV passed its MOT?
KT56 OAV has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2022.
Is KT56 OAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT56 OAV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KT56 OAV?
KT56 OAV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.