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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 154,719 miles on the clock, averaging 7,878 miles per year, around 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 GY56 LCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,719 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 397 |
| Average per year | 7,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GY56 LCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 LCU
What car is GY56 LCU?
GY56 LCU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 LCU?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 LCU was 154,719 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 LCU passed its MOT?
GY56 LCU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is GY56 LCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 LCU 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 LCU?
GY56 LCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.