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 Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 141,982 miles on the clock, averaging 12,103 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 ST56 LOF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,982 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,349 |
| Average per year | 12,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | ST56 LOF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About ST56 LOF
What car is ST56 LOF?
ST56 LOF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2006.
What is the mileage of ST56 LOF?
The last recorded mileage for ST56 LOF was 141,982 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST56 LOF passed its MOT?
ST56 LOF has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2017.
Is ST56 LOF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST56 LOF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ST56 LOF?
ST56 LOF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.