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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 170,437 miles on the clock, averaging 18,715 miles per year, above 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 GF56 LUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,437 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,715 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | GF56 LUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GF56 LUW
What car is GF56 LUW?
GF56 LUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GF56 LUW?
The last recorded mileage for GF56 LUW was 170,437 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF56 LUW passed its MOT?
GF56 LUW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2017.
Is GF56 LUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 LUW 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 GF56 LUW?
GF56 LUW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.