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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 105,140 miles on the clock, averaging 5,211 miles per year, 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 GP56 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,573 |
| Average per year | 5,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GP56 DBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 DBV
What car is GP56 DBV?
GP56 DBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 DBV was 105,140 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 DBV passed its MOT?
GP56 DBV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 May 2016.
Is GP56 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 DBV 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 GP56 DBV?
GP56 DBV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.