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 2000cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 129,888 miles on the clock, averaging 8,455 miles per year, around 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 FY56 VGD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,340 |
| Average per year | 8,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FY56 VGD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FY56 VGD
What car is FY56 VGD?
FY56 VGD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FY56 VGD?
The last recorded mileage for FY56 VGD was 129,888 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY56 VGD passed its MOT?
FY56 VGD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2021.
Is FY56 VGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY56 VGD 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 FY56 VGD?
FY56 VGD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.