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 1968cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 100,194 miles on the clock, averaging 5,446 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SH56 XWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,194 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,446 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 XWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 XWG
What car is SH56 XWG?
SH56 XWG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 XWG?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 XWG was 100,194 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 XWG passed its MOT?
SH56 XWG has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is SH56 XWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 XWG 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 SH56 XWG?
SH56 XWG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.