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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 170,760 miles on the clock, averaging 10,536 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 HBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,044 |
| Average per year | 10,536 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 HBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 HBN
What car is SM56 HBN?
SM56 HBN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 HBN?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 HBN was 170,760 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 HBN passed its MOT?
SM56 HBN has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2020.
Is SM56 HBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 HBN 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 HBN?
SM56 HBN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.