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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 168,755 miles on the clock, averaging 9,537 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 JJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,755 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,988 |
| Average per year | 9,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 JJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MT56 JJV
What car is MT56 JJV?
MT56 JJV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MT56 JJV?
The last recorded mileage for MT56 JJV was 168,755 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT56 JJV passed its MOT?
MT56 JJV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 27 Jan 2022.
Is MT56 JJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT56 JJV 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 MT56 JJV?
MT56 JJV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.