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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 90,694 miles on the clock, averaging 9,546 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for GR56 LEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,663 |
| Average per year | 9,546 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GR56 LEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GR56 LEW
What car is GR56 LEW?
GR56 LEW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GR56 LEW?
The last recorded mileage for GR56 LEW was 90,694 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR56 LEW passed its MOT?
GR56 LEW has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2025.
Is GR56 LEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR56 LEW is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GR56 LEW?
GR56 LEW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.