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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 145,478 miles on the clock, averaging 8,210 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 KY56 NKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,749 |
| Average per year | 8,210 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | KY56 NKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KY56 NKW
What car is KY56 NKW?
KY56 NKW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KY56 NKW?
The last recorded mileage for KY56 NKW was 145,478 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY56 NKW passed its MOT?
KY56 NKW has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is KY56 NKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY56 NKW 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 KY56 NKW?
KY56 NKW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.