2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · KN56 THF
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 28 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 237,265 miles. MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 237,265 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KN56 THF Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
- 237,265 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KN56 THF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (KN56 THF) between September 2009 and April 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”.
KN56 THF Mileage History
- 09/09/200933,791 mi
- 20/09/201046,406 mi+12,615 mi
- 26/09/201157,923 mi+11,517 mi
- 12/04/201374,961 mi+17,038 mi
- 11/04/201480,098 mi+5,137 mi
- 15/04/201585,555 mi+5,457 mi
- 15/04/201585,555 mi
- 29/03/201694,016 mi+8,461 mi
- 04/04/2017107,341 mi+13,325 mi
- 04/04/2017107,342 mi+1 mi
- 13/04/2018119,602 mi+12,260 mi
- 01/04/2019132,020 mi+12,418 mi
- 06/04/2020149,036 mi+17,016 mi
- 06/04/2020149,040 mi+4 mi
- 12/04/2021161,231 mi+12,191 mi
- 11/04/2022176,667 mi+15,436 mi
- 25/04/2023192,316 mi+15,649 mi
- 22/04/2024204,557 mi+12,241 mi
- 22/04/2024204,559 mi+2 mi
- 15/04/2025215,807 mi+11,248 mi
- 15/04/2026237,263 mi+21,456 mi
- 15/04/2026237,265 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 12,259 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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