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 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 142,042 miles on the clock, averaging 9,036 miles per year, above 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 FL56 UPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,042 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,904 |
| Average per year | 9,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FL56 UPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FL56 UPX
What car is FL56 UPX?
FL56 UPX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FL56 UPX?
The last recorded mileage for FL56 UPX was 142,042 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL56 UPX passed its MOT?
FL56 UPX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2019.
Is FL56 UPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL56 UPX 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 FL56 UPX?
FL56 UPX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.