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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 194,189 miles on the clock, averaging 9,657 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GP56 LPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 194,189 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 256 |
| Average per year | 9,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GP56 LPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 LPA
What car is GP56 LPA?
GP56 LPA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 LPA?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 LPA was 194,189 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 LPA passed its MOT?
GP56 LPA has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is GP56 LPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 LPA 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 LPA?
GP56 LPA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.