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 2007 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 347,324 miles on the clock, averaging 6,820 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for GY56 TOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 347,324 miles |
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| Average per year | 6,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (2003–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front window regulators (both driver and passenger sides)
Plastic cable guides snap, steel cables fray or jump tracks; water ingress accelerates wear. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2hrs @ £100/hr indie garage; estimated).
Driveshaft splines (front and rear axles)
Splines on gearbox/driveshaft ends shear or wear prematurely, especially under load. · Typical repair: £400-£800 per side (new driveshaft £250-£500, labour 3-4hrs; estimated from indie quotes).
ABS/ESP warning lights (wheel speed sensors/brake system electronics)
Faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS module glitches trigger lights; often wiring corrosion. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (sensor £50-£100ea x4, module diag/labour; estimated).
Handbrake mechanism (cable and rear drum shoes)
Cable stretches/sticks, shoes wear unevenly or seize in drums. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (cables/shoes £80-£150, labour 2hrs).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY56 TOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GY56 TOW
What car is GY56 TOW?
GY56 TOW is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GY56 TOW?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 TOW was 347,324 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 TOW passed its MOT?
GY56 TOW has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is GY56 TOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 TOW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, 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 TOW?
GY56 TOW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.