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 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 99,904 miles on the clock, averaging 4,351 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 SA56 LTO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,904 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 52 |
| Average per year | 4,351 |
| 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 | SA56 LTO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 LTO
What car is SA56 LTO?
SA56 LTO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SA56 LTO?
The last recorded mileage for SA56 LTO was 99,904 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA56 LTO passed its MOT?
SA56 LTO has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2024.
Is SA56 LTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA56 LTO 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 LTO?
SA56 LTO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.