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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 197,469 miles on the clock, averaging 8,912 miles per year, around 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 SW56 BSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 102 |
| Average per year | 8,912 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SW56 BSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BSV
What car is SW56 BSV?
SW56 BSV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BSV?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BSV was 197,469 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BSV passed its MOT?
SW56 BSV has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is SW56 BSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BSV 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 BSV?
SW56 BSV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.