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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 94,978 miles on the clock, averaging 4,028 miles per year, well below 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 FME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,108 |
| Average per year | 4,028 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 FME |
| 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 FME
What car is HG56 FME?
HG56 FME is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG56 FME?
The last recorded mileage for HG56 FME was 94,978 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG56 FME passed its MOT?
HG56 FME has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is HG56 FME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG56 FME 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 FME?
HG56 FME is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.