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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 172,572 miles on the clock, averaging 9,244 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL56 UUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,134 |
| Average per year | 9,244 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL56 UUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 UUP
What car is SL56 UUP?
SL56 UUP is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 UUP?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 UUP was 172,572 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 UUP passed its MOT?
SL56 UUP has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2023.
Is SL56 UUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 UUP 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 SL56 UUP?
SL56 UUP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.