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 1984cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 26,187 miles on the clock, averaging 6,379 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SH56 YAJ
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 | 26,187 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,730 |
| Average per year | 6,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 YAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 YAJ
What car is SH56 YAJ?
SH56 YAJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 YAJ?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 YAJ was 26,187 miles, recorded on 25 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 YAJ passed its MOT?
SH56 YAJ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2012.
Is SH56 YAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 YAJ 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 YAJ?
SH56 YAJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.