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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 155,381 miles on the clock, averaging 6,884 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 BL56 GNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 155,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,561 |
| Average per year | 6,884 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BL56 GNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 GNU
What car is BL56 GNU?
BL56 GNU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 GNU?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 GNU was 155,381 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 GNU passed its MOT?
BL56 GNU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2024.
Is BL56 GNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 GNU 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 BL56 GNU?
BL56 GNU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.