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 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 180,271 miles on the clock, averaging 10,793 miles per year, above 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 LNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,793 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GP56 LNK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 LNK
What car is GP56 LNK?
GP56 LNK is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 LNK?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 LNK was 180,271 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 LNK passed its MOT?
GP56 LNK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2022.
Is GP56 LNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 LNK 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 LNK?
GP56 LNK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.