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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 144,355 miles on the clock, averaging 6,534 miles per year, 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 MJ56 XLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,355 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 57 |
| Average per year | 6,534 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MJ56 XLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MJ56 XLP
What car is MJ56 XLP?
MJ56 XLP is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MJ56 XLP?
The last recorded mileage for MJ56 XLP was 144,355 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ56 XLP passed its MOT?
MJ56 XLP has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2023.
Is MJ56 XLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ56 XLP 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 MJ56 XLP?
MJ56 XLP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.