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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 150,859 miles on the clock, averaging 8,556 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 KW56 ORS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,860 |
| Average per year | 8,556 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KW56 ORS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 ORS
What car is KW56 ORS?
KW56 ORS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KW56 ORS?
The last recorded mileage for KW56 ORS was 150,859 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW56 ORS passed its MOT?
KW56 ORS has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2025.
Is KW56 ORS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW56 ORS 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 KW56 ORS?
KW56 ORS is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.