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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 196,375 miles on the clock, averaging 9,272 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 HG56 EBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | HG56 EBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HG56 EBD
What car is HG56 EBD?
HG56 EBD is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG56 EBD?
The last recorded mileage for HG56 EBD was 196,375 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG56 EBD passed its MOT?
HG56 EBD has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is HG56 EBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG56 EBD 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 HG56 EBD?
HG56 EBD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.