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 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 87,485 miles on the clock, averaging 12,349 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SW56 BNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,349 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW56 BNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BNU
What car is SW56 BNU?
SW56 BNU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BNU?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BNU was 87,485 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BNU passed its MOT?
SW56 BNU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Apr 2015.
Is SW56 BNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BNU 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 SW56 BNU?
SW56 BNU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.