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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 144,670 miles on the clock, averaging 7,598 miles per year, around 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 FH56 MGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FH56 MGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FH56 MGV
What car is FH56 MGV?
FH56 MGV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FH56 MGV?
The last recorded mileage for FH56 MGV was 144,670 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH56 MGV passed its MOT?
FH56 MGV has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2024.
Is FH56 MGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH56 MGV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FH56 MGV?
FH56 MGV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.