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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 132,455 miles on the clock, averaging 13,592 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 MK56 JDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,403 |
| Average per year | 13,592 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | MK56 JDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MK56 JDF
What car is MK56 JDF?
MK56 JDF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 JDF?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 JDF was 132,455 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 JDF passed its MOT?
MK56 JDF has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Feb 2015.
Is MK56 JDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 JDF 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 MK56 JDF?
MK56 JDF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.