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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 167,057 miles on the clock, averaging 8,163 miles per year, around 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 MW56 LDY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,108 |
| Average per year | 8,163 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MW56 LDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MW56 LDY
What car is MW56 LDY?
MW56 LDY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 LDY?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 LDY was 167,057 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 LDY passed its MOT?
MW56 LDY has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2020.
Is MW56 LDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 LDY 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 MW56 LDY?
MW56 LDY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.