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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 158,557 miles on the clock, averaging 8,641 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 GP56 LFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,738 |
| Average per year | 8,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 LFW
What car is GP56 LFW?
GP56 LFW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GP56 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 LFW was 158,557 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 LFW passed its MOT?
GP56 LFW has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2024.
Is GP56 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 LFW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, 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 LFW?
GP56 LFW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.