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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 137,548 miles on the clock, averaging 5,986 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 MW56 VMF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,548 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 5,986 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VMF |
| 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 VMF
What car is MW56 VMF?
MW56 VMF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 VMF?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 VMF was 137,548 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 VMF passed its MOT?
MW56 VMF has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is MW56 VMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 VMF 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 VMF?
MW56 VMF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.