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 Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 70,812 miles on the clock, averaging 3,364 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for HW56 FAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,812 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,553 |
| Average per year | 3,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW56 FAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HW56 FAF
What car is HW56 FAF?
HW56 FAF is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HW56 FAF?
The last recorded mileage for HW56 FAF was 70,812 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW56 FAF passed its MOT?
HW56 FAF has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.
Is HW56 FAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW56 FAF 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 HW56 FAF?
HW56 FAF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.