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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 128,919 miles on the clock, averaging 6,844 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SH56 XVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,919 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,565 |
| Average per year | 6,844 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 XVS |
| 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 XVS
What car is SH56 XVS?
SH56 XVS is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 XVS?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 XVS was 128,919 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 XVS passed its MOT?
SH56 XVS has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2024.
Is SH56 XVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 XVS 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 XVS?
SH56 XVS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.