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 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 100,494 miles on the clock, averaging 5,277 miles per year, below 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 VEK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 5,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 VEK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VEK
What car is GY56 VEK?
GY56 VEK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 VEK?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 VEK was 100,494 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 VEK passed its MOT?
GY56 VEK has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is GY56 VEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 VEK 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 VEK?
GY56 VEK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.