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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 170,150 miles on the clock, averaging 11,017 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 MT56 BKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,849 |
| Average per year | 11,017 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MT56 BKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MT56 BKE
What car is MT56 BKE?
MT56 BKE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT56 BKE?
The last recorded mileage for MT56 BKE was 170,150 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT56 BKE passed its MOT?
MT56 BKE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2021.
Is MT56 BKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT56 BKE 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 MT56 BKE?
MT56 BKE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.