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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 131,687 miles on the clock, averaging 6,664 miles per year, 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 CV56 GUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,664 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | CV56 GUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CV56 GUW
What car is CV56 GUW?
CV56 GUW is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CV56 GUW?
The last recorded mileage for CV56 GUW was 131,687 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV56 GUW passed its MOT?
CV56 GUW has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is CV56 GUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV56 GUW 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 CV56 GUW?
CV56 GUW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.