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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 114,614 miles on the clock, averaging 6,735 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BK56 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,614 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,250 |
| Average per year | 6,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BK56 YLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BK56 YLU
What car is BK56 YLU?
BK56 YLU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BK56 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for BK56 YLU was 114,614 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK56 YLU passed its MOT?
BK56 YLU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2022.
Is BK56 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK56 YLU 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 BK56 YLU?
BK56 YLU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.