Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SM56 FZP

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 84,627 miles on the clock, averaging 5,167 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for SM56 FZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,627
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2009
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,167

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading84,627 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,563
Average per year5,167
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM56 FZP 20k36k52k69k85k '09'22'17

Check SM56 FZP

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,627 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage75,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,064 miles
Since last MOT+15,934 miles
PASS
Mileage59,130 miles
Since last MOT+12,352 miles
PASS
Mileage46,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,778 miles
Since last MOT+3,626 miles
PASS
Mileage43,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,023 miles
PASS
Mileage39,129 miles
Since last MOT+2,410 miles
PASS
Mileage36,719 miles
Since last MOT+3,559 miles
PASS
Mileage33,160 miles
Since last MOT+2,830 miles
PASS
Mileage30,330 miles
Since last MOT+3,375 miles
PASS
Mileage26,955 miles
Since last MOT+2,019 miles
PASS
Mileage24,936 miles
Since last MOT+4,570 miles
PASS
Mileage20,366 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 FZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

More SM56 F plates

Browse all SM56 F registrations from Edinburgh.

About SM56 FZP

What car is SM56 FZP?

SM56 FZP is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SM56 FZP?

The last recorded mileage for SM56 FZP was 84,627 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM56 FZP passed its MOT?

SM56 FZP has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2022.

Is SM56 FZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 FZP 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 FZP?

SM56 FZP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.