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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 229,353 miles on the clock, averaging 14,517 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 PHF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 14,517 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 PHF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 PHF
What car is BD56 PHF?
BD56 PHF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 PHF?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 PHF was 229,353 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 PHF passed its MOT?
BD56 PHF has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2023.
Is BD56 PHF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 PHF 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 PHF?
BD56 PHF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.