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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 162,118 miles on the clock, averaging 11,032 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 PE56 XTW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,582 |
| Average per year | 11,032 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE56 XTW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PE56 XTW
What car is PE56 XTW?
PE56 XTW is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PE56 XTW?
The last recorded mileage for PE56 XTW was 162,118 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE56 XTW passed its MOT?
PE56 XTW has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2021.
Is PE56 XTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 XTW 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 PE56 XTW?
PE56 XTW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.