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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 103,954 miles on the clock, averaging 8,029 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 LB56 WEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | LB56 WEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LB56 WEW
What car is LB56 WEW?
LB56 WEW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LB56 WEW?
The last recorded mileage for LB56 WEW was 103,954 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB56 WEW passed its MOT?
LB56 WEW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2018.
Is LB56 WEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB56 WEW 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 LB56 WEW?
LB56 WEW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.