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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 164,620 miles on the clock, averaging 11,369 miles per year, above 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 LC56 WHV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,620 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,834 |
| Average per year | 11,369 |
| 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 | LC56 WHV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LC56 WHV
What car is LC56 WHV?
LC56 WHV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LC56 WHV?
The last recorded mileage for LC56 WHV was 164,620 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC56 WHV passed its MOT?
LC56 WHV has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2020.
Is LC56 WHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC56 WHV 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 LC56 WHV?
LC56 WHV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.