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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 48,478 miles on the clock, averaging 13,980 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 MW56 WLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 48,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,980 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 WLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 WLV
What car is MW56 WLV?
MW56 WLV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 WLV?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 WLV was 48,478 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 WLV passed its MOT?
MW56 WLV has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Jan 2011.
Is MW56 WLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 WLV 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 WLV?
MW56 WLV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.