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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 128,489 miles on the clock, averaging 8,593 miles per year, around 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 MUE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,731 |
| Average per year | 8,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 MUE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 MUE
What car is GF56 MUE?
GF56 MUE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GF56 MUE?
The last recorded mileage for GF56 MUE was 128,489 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF56 MUE passed its MOT?
GF56 MUE has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2022.
Is GF56 MUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 MUE 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 MUE?
GF56 MUE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.