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 1900cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for LT56 VCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 7,580 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LT56 VCU
What car is LT56 VCU?
LT56 VCU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.
Has LT56 VCU passed its MOT?
LT56 VCU has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is LT56 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT56 VCU 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 VCU?
LT56 VCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.