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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 165,422 miles on the clock, averaging 10,367 miles per year, above 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 SL56 VXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,422 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,891 |
| Average per year | 10,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SL56 VXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 VXS
What car is SL56 VXS?
SL56 VXS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 VXS?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 VXS was 165,422 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 VXS passed its MOT?
SL56 VXS has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2020.
Is SL56 VXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 VXS 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 VXS?
SL56 VXS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.