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 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 171,816 miles on the clock, averaging 9,532 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for MT56 XAL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,348 |
| Average per year | 9,532 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT56 XAL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 XAL
What car is MT56 XAL?
MT56 XAL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT56 XAL?
The last recorded mileage for MT56 XAL was 171,816 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT56 XAL passed its MOT?
MT56 XAL has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2024.
Is MT56 XAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT56 XAL 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 MT56 XAL?
MT56 XAL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.