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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 242,381 miles on the clock, averaging 19,353 miles per year, above 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 WGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 242,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 183 |
| Average per year | 19,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 WGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 WGC
What car is GY56 WGC?
GY56 WGC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 WGC?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 WGC was 242,381 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 WGC passed its MOT?
GY56 WGC has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2019.
Is GY56 WGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 WGC 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 WGC?
GY56 WGC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.