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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 167,067 miles on the clock, averaging 8,509 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GY56 VBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,391 |
| Average per year | 8,509 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY56 VBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 VBG
What car is GY56 VBG?
GY56 VBG is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 VBG?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 VBG was 167,067 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 VBG passed its MOT?
GY56 VBG has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2024.
Is GY56 VBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 VBG 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 VBG?
GY56 VBG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.