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 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 126,272 miles on the clock, averaging 6,224 miles per year, below 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 YAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,272 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,494 |
| Average per year | 6,224 |
| 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
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 YAW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 YAW
What car is SH56 YAW?
SH56 YAW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 YAW?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 YAW was 126,272 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 YAW passed its MOT?
SH56 YAW has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2026.
Is SH56 YAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 YAW 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 YAW?
SH56 YAW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.