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 1900cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 107,151 miles on the clock, averaging 6,228 miles per year, 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 UEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,228 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 UEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SA56 UEL
What car is SA56 UEL?
SA56 UEL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SA56 UEL?
The last recorded mileage for SA56 UEL was 107,151 miles, recorded on 9 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA56 UEL passed its MOT?
SA56 UEL has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2023.
Is SA56 UEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA56 UEL 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 UEL?
SA56 UEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.