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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 110,615 miles on the clock, averaging 6,976 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 SW56 BSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,424 |
| Average per year | 6,976 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SW56 BSY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BSY
What car is SW56 BSY?
SW56 BSY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BSY?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BSY was 110,615 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BSY passed its MOT?
SW56 BSY has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2023.
Is SW56 BSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BSY 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 SW56 BSY?
SW56 BSY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.