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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 171,555 miles on the clock, averaging 5,158 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 GR56 FOK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 171,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,618 |
| Average per year | 5,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GR56 FOK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GR56 FOK
What car is GR56 FOK?
GR56 FOK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GR56 FOK?
The last recorded mileage for GR56 FOK was 171,555 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR56 FOK passed its MOT?
GR56 FOK has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2024.
Is GR56 FOK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR56 FOK 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 GR56 FOK?
GR56 FOK is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.