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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 162,177 miles on the clock, averaging 8,726 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 XJX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,726 |
| 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 XJX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XJX
What car is LT56 XJX?
LT56 XJX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.
What is the mileage of LT56 XJX?
The last recorded mileage for LT56 XJX was 162,177 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT56 XJX passed its MOT?
LT56 XJX has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2024.
Is LT56 XJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT56 XJX 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 XJX?
LT56 XJX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.