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 179,201 miles on the clock, averaging 8,333 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 LG56 XWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,201 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,336 |
| Average per year | 8,333 |
| 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 | LG56 XWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LG — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LG56 XWU
What car is LG56 XWU?
LG56 XWU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LG56 XWU?
The last recorded mileage for LG56 XWU was 179,201 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LG56 XWU passed its MOT?
LG56 XWU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2025.
Is LG56 XWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG56 XWU 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 LG56 XWU?
LG56 XWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.