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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 73,180 miles on the clock, averaging 2,717 miles per year, well below 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 LM56 ETV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,313 |
| Average per year | 2,717 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | LM56 ETV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LM56 ETV
What car is LM56 ETV?
LM56 ETV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2007.
What is the mileage of LM56 ETV?
The last recorded mileage for LM56 ETV was 73,180 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM56 ETV passed its MOT?
LM56 ETV has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2026.
Is LM56 ETV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM56 ETV 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 LM56 ETV?
LM56 ETV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.