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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 88,734 miles on the clock, averaging 5,618 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 GV56 JOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,618 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GV56 JOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GV56 JOA
What car is GV56 JOA?
GV56 JOA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 JOA?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 JOA was 88,734 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 JOA passed its MOT?
GV56 JOA has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2023.
Is GV56 JOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 JOA 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 GV56 JOA?
GV56 JOA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.