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 Petrol 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 152,576 miles on the clock, averaging 6,404 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for FD56 MXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,576 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,244 |
| Average per year | 6,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD56 MXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FD56 MXL
What car is FD56 MXL?
FD56 MXL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FD56 MXL?
The last recorded mileage for FD56 MXL was 152,576 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD56 MXL passed its MOT?
FD56 MXL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2025.
Is FD56 MXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD56 MXL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FD56 MXL?
FD56 MXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.