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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 119,024 miles on the clock, averaging 18,292 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 BN56 GWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,024 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,467 |
| Average per year | 18,292 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BN56 GWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 GWJ
What car is BN56 GWJ?
BN56 GWJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 GWJ?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 GWJ was 119,024 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 GWJ passed its MOT?
BN56 GWJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2014.
Is BN56 GWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 GWJ 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 BN56 GWJ?
BN56 GWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.