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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 126,789 miles on the clock, averaging 6,311 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 SD56 GEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,311 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SD56 GEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SD56 GEY
What car is SD56 GEY?
SD56 GEY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SD56 GEY?
The last recorded mileage for SD56 GEY was 126,789 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD56 GEY passed its MOT?
SD56 GEY has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2024.
Is SD56 GEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD56 GEY 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 SD56 GEY?
SD56 GEY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.