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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 45,126 miles on the clock, averaging 2,239 miles per year, well below 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 BUA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,126 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,274 |
| Average per year | 2,239 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 BUA |
| 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 BUA
What car is SW56 BUA?
SW56 BUA is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BUA?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BUA was 45,126 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BUA passed its MOT?
SW56 BUA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2026.
Is SW56 BUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BUA 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 BUA?
SW56 BUA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.