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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 142,750 miles on the clock, averaging 7,260 miles per year, 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 UXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,750 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 UXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 UXL
What car is SM56 UXL?
SM56 UXL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 UXL?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 UXL was 142,750 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 UXL passed its MOT?
SM56 UXL has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2025.
Is SM56 UXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 UXL 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 UXL?
SM56 UXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.