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 2000cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 77,779 miles on the clock, averaging 6,358 miles per year, below 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 WGA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,779 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,287 |
| Average per year | 6,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 WGA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 WGA
What car is GY56 WGA?
GY56 WGA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 WGA?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 WGA was 77,779 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 WGA passed its MOT?
GY56 WGA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Dec 2015.
Is GY56 WGA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 WGA 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 WGA?
GY56 WGA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.