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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 122,274 miles on the clock, averaging 7,327 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SH56 DSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 DSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 DSU
What car is SH56 DSU?
SH56 DSU is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 DSU?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 DSU was 122,274 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 DSU passed its MOT?
SH56 DSU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2021.
Is SH56 DSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 DSU 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 SH56 DSU?
SH56 DSU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.