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 Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 89,609 miles on the clock, averaging 7,242 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for FM56 GWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,609 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM56 GWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FM56 GWL
What car is FM56 GWL?
FM56 GWL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FM56 GWL?
The last recorded mileage for FM56 GWL was 89,609 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM56 GWL passed its MOT?
FM56 GWL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2019.
Is FM56 GWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM56 GWL 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 FM56 GWL?
FM56 GWL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.