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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 108,450 miles on the clock, averaging 5,507 miles per year, below 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 GP56 HVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 143 |
| Average per year | 5,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GP56 HVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 HVT
What car is GP56 HVT?
GP56 HVT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 HVT?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 HVT was 108,450 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 HVT passed its MOT?
GP56 HVT has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2025.
Is GP56 HVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 HVT 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 GP56 HVT?
GP56 HVT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.