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 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 121,676 miles on the clock, averaging 6,372 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 OGM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 6,372 |
| 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 OGM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OGM
What car is BL56 OGM?
BL56 OGM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 OGM?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 OGM was 121,676 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 OGM passed its MOT?
BL56 OGM has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2025.
Is BL56 OGM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 OGM 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 OGM?
BL56 OGM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.