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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 135,570 miles on the clock, averaging 8,350 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GF56 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,570 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,513 |
| Average per year | 8,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF56 YYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 YYL
What car is GF56 YYL?
GF56 YYL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GF56 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for GF56 YYL was 135,570 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF56 YYL passed its MOT?
GF56 YYL has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2019.
Is GF56 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 YYL 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 GF56 YYL?
GF56 YYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.