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 1390cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 46,963 miles on the clock, averaging 5,191 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GY56 HSG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 46,963 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,061 |
| Average per year | 5,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY56 HSG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 HSG
What car is GY56 HSG?
GY56 HSG is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 HSG?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 HSG was 46,963 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 HSG passed its MOT?
GY56 HSG has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Jun 2013.
Is GY56 HSG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 HSG 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 GY56 HSG?
GY56 HSG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.