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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 78,431 miles on the clock, averaging 6,898 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU56 UUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,110 |
| Average per year | 6,898 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU56 UUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BU56 UUY
What car is BU56 UUY?
BU56 UUY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BU56 UUY?
The last recorded mileage for BU56 UUY was 78,431 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU56 UUY passed its MOT?
BU56 UUY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2017.
Is BU56 UUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU56 UUY 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 BU56 UUY?
BU56 UUY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.