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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 167,112 miles on the clock, averaging 9,531 miles per year, above 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 BL56 GPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,918 |
| Average per year | 9,531 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BL56 GPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 GPE
What car is BL56 GPE?
BL56 GPE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 GPE?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 GPE was 167,112 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 GPE passed its MOT?
BL56 GPE has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2024.
Is BL56 GPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 GPE 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 BL56 GPE?
BL56 GPE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.