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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 161,083 miles on the clock, averaging 9,253 miles per year, above 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 OAP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,083 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,601 |
| Average per year | 9,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 OAP |
| 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 OAP
What car is GU56 OAP?
GU56 OAP is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 OAP?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 OAP was 161,083 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 OAP passed its MOT?
GU56 OAP has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2020.
Is GU56 OAP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 OAP 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 OAP?
GU56 OAP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.