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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 271,170 miles on the clock, averaging 14,516 miles per year, above 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 XPS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 271,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,863 |
| Average per year | 14,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 XPS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XPS
What car is MJ56 XPS?
MJ56 XPS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MJ56 XPS?
The last recorded mileage for MJ56 XPS was 271,170 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ56 XPS passed its MOT?
MJ56 XPS has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Oct 2020.
Is MJ56 XPS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ56 XPS 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 XPS?
MJ56 XPS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.