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 Petrol 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 110,855 miles on the clock, averaging 6,236 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MK56 XXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK56 XXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 XXU
What car is MK56 XXU?
MK56 XXU is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 XXU?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 XXU was 110,855 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 XXU passed its MOT?
MK56 XXU has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2025.
Is MK56 XXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 XXU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MK56 XXU?
MK56 XXU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.