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 1968cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 162,715 miles on the clock, averaging 8,429 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BN56 YSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,715 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,092 |
| Average per year | 8,429 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN56 YSY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 YSY
What car is BN56 YSY?
BN56 YSY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 YSY?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 YSY was 162,715 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 YSY passed its MOT?
BN56 YSY has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2026.
Is BN56 YSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 YSY 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 BN56 YSY?
BN56 YSY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.