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 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 57,761 miles on the clock, averaging 2,759 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for FP56 GDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 57,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,759 |
| 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FP56 GDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FP56 GDV
What car is FP56 GDV?
FP56 GDV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FP56 GDV?
The last recorded mileage for FP56 GDV was 57,761 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP56 GDV passed its MOT?
FP56 GDV has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is FP56 GDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP56 GDV 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 FP56 GDV?
FP56 GDV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.