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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 165,584 miles on the clock, averaging 8,911 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 LT56 TXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,584 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,582 |
| Average per year | 8,911 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | LT56 TXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LT56 TXL
What car is LT56 TXL?
LT56 TXL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.
What is the mileage of LT56 TXL?
The last recorded mileage for LT56 TXL was 165,584 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT56 TXL passed its MOT?
LT56 TXL has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2019.
Is LT56 TXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT56 TXL 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 LT56 TXL?
LT56 TXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.