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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 162,016 miles on the clock, averaging 5,492 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 SW56 JUT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 87 |
| Average per year | 5,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SW56 JUT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 JUT
What car is SW56 JUT?
SW56 JUT is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW56 JUT?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 JUT was 162,016 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 JUT passed its MOT?
SW56 JUT has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2025.
Is SW56 JUT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 JUT 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 SW56 JUT?
SW56 JUT is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.