The road tax status for SM56 ELH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM56 ELH?

The MOT for SM56 ELH is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 February 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SM56 ELH?

The recorded mileage for SM56 ELH is 99,930 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM56 ELH ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SM56 ELH (VOLKSWAGEN GOLF) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · SM56 ELH

SM56 ELH

2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04/12/2006. Recorded mileage 99,930 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2006 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/02/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 99,930 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 19/02/2025

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Mileage: 99,930 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2006
Engine: 1598cc

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SM56 ELH Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2024
99,930 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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SM56 ELH Mileage History

18/01/202291,304 mi
24/01/202396,913 mi+5,609 mi
30/01/202396,992 mi+79 mi
14/02/202499,928 mi+2,936 mi
20/02/202499,930 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 4,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM56 ELH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 17:31

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (SM56 ELH) between January 2022 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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