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 2000cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 126,445 miles on the clock, averaging 4,921 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GU56 OBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 126,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,028 |
| Average per year | 4,921 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU56 OBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 OBM
What car is GU56 OBM?
GU56 OBM is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 OBM?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 OBM was 126,445 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 OBM passed its MOT?
GU56 OBM has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is GU56 OBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 OBM 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 GU56 OBM?
GU56 OBM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.