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 1900cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 48,301 miles on the clock, averaging 3,499 miles per year, well 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 SM56 BYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,301 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,813 |
| Average per year | 3,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SM56 BYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 BYC
What car is SM56 BYC?
SM56 BYC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 BYC was 48,301 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 BYC passed its MOT?
SM56 BYC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2019.
Is SM56 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 BYC 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 SM56 BYC?
SM56 BYC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.