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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 161,219 miles on the clock, averaging 8,900 miles per year, around 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 SH56 XPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 192 |
| Average per year | 8,900 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SH56 XPD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 XPD
What car is SH56 XPD?
SH56 XPD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SH56 XPD?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 XPD was 161,219 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 XPD passed its MOT?
SH56 XPD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2023.
Is SH56 XPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 XPD 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 SH56 XPD?
SH56 XPD is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.