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 Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 136,428 miles on the clock, averaging 7,507 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 GU56 FRR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,802 |
| Average per year | 7,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GU56 FRR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GU56 FRR
What car is GU56 FRR?
GU56 FRR is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 FRR?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 FRR was 136,428 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 FRR passed its MOT?
GU56 FRR has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2023.
Is GU56 FRR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 FRR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU56 FRR?
GU56 FRR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.