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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 72,534 miles on the clock, averaging 10,361 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 SW56 JWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 72,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 73 |
| Average per year | 10,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 JWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 JWJ
What car is SW56 JWJ?
SW56 JWJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW56 JWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 JWJ was 72,534 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 JWJ passed its MOT?
SW56 JWJ has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Dec 2012.
Is SW56 JWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 JWJ 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 JWJ?
SW56 JWJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.