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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 152,695 miles on the clock, averaging 8,716 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 FV56 UDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,716 |
| 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 | FV56 UDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FV56 UDE
What car is FV56 UDE?
FV56 UDE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FV56 UDE?
The last recorded mileage for FV56 UDE was 152,695 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV56 UDE passed its MOT?
FV56 UDE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2022.
Is FV56 UDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV56 UDE 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 FV56 UDE?
FV56 UDE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.