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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 140,419 miles on the clock, averaging 7,260 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 BD56 HNG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BD56 HNG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 HNG
What car is BD56 HNG?
BD56 HNG is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 HNG?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 HNG was 140,419 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 HNG passed its MOT?
BD56 HNG has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is BD56 HNG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 HNG 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 BD56 HNG?
BD56 HNG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.