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 1900cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 86,961 miles on the clock, averaging 6,741 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 BN56 VLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,294 |
| Average per year | 6,741 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 VLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 VLM
What car is BN56 VLM?
BN56 VLM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 VLM?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 VLM was 86,961 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 VLM passed its MOT?
BN56 VLM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Aug 2017.
Is BN56 VLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 VLM 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 VLM?
BN56 VLM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.