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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 184,824 miles on the clock, averaging 12,173 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 BD56 PGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,824 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 PGU |
| 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 PGU
What car is BD56 PGU?
BD56 PGU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 PGU?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 PGU was 184,824 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 PGU passed its MOT?
BD56 PGU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2023.
Is BD56 PGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 PGU 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 PGU?
BD56 PGU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.