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 1968cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 161,410 miles on the clock, averaging 7,698 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BN56 VMC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,410 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN56 VMC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 VMC
What car is BN56 VMC?
BN56 VMC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 VMC?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 VMC was 161,410 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 VMC passed its MOT?
BN56 VMC has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2026.
Is BN56 VMC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 VMC 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 VMC?
BN56 VMC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.