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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 150,965 miles on the clock, averaging 7,217 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 ST56 VJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 150,965 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 VJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About ST56 VJL
What car is ST56 VJL?
ST56 VJL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2007.
What is the mileage of ST56 VJL?
The last recorded mileage for ST56 VJL was 150,965 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST56 VJL passed its MOT?
ST56 VJL has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is ST56 VJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST56 VJL 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 ST56 VJL?
ST56 VJL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.