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 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 86,040 miles on the clock, averaging 5,170 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SD56 GDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,040 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,626 |
| Average per year | 5,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD56 GDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SD56 GDU
What car is SD56 GDU?
SD56 GDU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SD56 GDU?
The last recorded mileage for SD56 GDU was 86,040 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD56 GDU passed its MOT?
SD56 GDU has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 17 Mar 2022.
Is SD56 GDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD56 GDU 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 SD56 GDU?
SD56 GDU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.