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 Petrol 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 169,913 miles on the clock, averaging 9,661 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 KW56 HXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 981 |
| Average per year | 9,661 |
| 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
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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 | KW56 HXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KW56 HXU
What car is KW56 HXU?
KW56 HXU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KW56 HXU?
The last recorded mileage for KW56 HXU was 169,913 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW56 HXU passed its MOT?
KW56 HXU has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2025.
Is KW56 HXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW56 HXU 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 KW56 HXU?
KW56 HXU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.