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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 135,626 miles on the clock, averaging 6,074 miles per year, below 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 MM56 EKN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | MM56 EKN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MM56 EKN
What car is MM56 EKN?
MM56 EKN is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MM56 EKN?
The last recorded mileage for MM56 EKN was 135,626 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM56 EKN passed its MOT?
MM56 EKN has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2024.
Is MM56 EKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM56 EKN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MM56 EKN?
MM56 EKN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.