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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 173,009 miles on the clock, averaging 13,011 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 SA56 EWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SA56 EWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SA56 EWL
What car is SA56 EWL?
SA56 EWL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SA56 EWL?
The last recorded mileage for SA56 EWL was 173,009 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA56 EWL passed its MOT?
SA56 EWL has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2018.
Is SA56 EWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA56 EWL 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 SA56 EWL?
SA56 EWL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.