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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 137,047 miles on the clock, averaging 8,391 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 MJ56 XOD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,047 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 XOD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 XOD
What car is MJ56 XOD?
MJ56 XOD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MJ56 XOD?
The last recorded mileage for MJ56 XOD was 137,047 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ56 XOD passed its MOT?
MJ56 XOD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2020.
Is MJ56 XOD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ56 XOD 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 XOD?
MJ56 XOD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.