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 Petrol 2000cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 129,571 miles on the clock, averaging 6,280 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,571 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,907 |
| Average per year | 6,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 ELJ
What car is SM56 ELJ?
SM56 ELJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 ELJ was 129,571 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 ELJ passed its MOT?
SM56 ELJ has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2025.
Is SM56 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 ELJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM56 ELJ?
SM56 ELJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.