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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 186,688 miles on the clock, averaging 9,540 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 SB56 LVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,688 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 79 |
| Average per year | 9,540 |
| 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 | SB56 LVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SB56 LVD
What car is SB56 LVD?
SB56 LVD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SB56 LVD?
The last recorded mileage for SB56 LVD was 186,688 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB56 LVD passed its MOT?
SB56 LVD has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2024.
Is SB56 LVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB56 LVD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SB56 LVD?
SB56 LVD is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.