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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 150,190 miles on the clock, averaging 11,420 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL56 VGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 150,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,126 |
| Average per year | 11,420 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL56 VGU |
| 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 VGU
What car is SL56 VGU?
SL56 VGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 VGU?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 VGU was 150,190 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 VGU passed its MOT?
SL56 VGU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2019.
Is SL56 VGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 VGU 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 VGU?
SL56 VGU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.