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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 145,657 miles on the clock, averaging 7,943 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK56 XBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 41 |
| Average per year | 7,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK56 XBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 XBL
What car is MK56 XBL?
MK56 XBL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 XBL?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 XBL was 145,657 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 XBL passed its MOT?
MK56 XBL has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2023.
Is MK56 XBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 XBL 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 XBL?
MK56 XBL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.