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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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 167,230 miles on the clock, averaging 8,329 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 GY56 GHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,206 |
| Average per year | 8,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | GY56 GHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GY56 GHU
What car is GY56 GHU?
GY56 GHU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 GHU?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 GHU was 167,230 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 GHU passed its MOT?
GY56 GHU has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 11 Feb 2025.
Is GY56 GHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 GHU 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 GY56 GHU?
GY56 GHU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.