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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 178,161 miles on the clock, averaging 10,412 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 MF56 GYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 10,412 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MF56 GYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MF56 GYB
What car is MF56 GYB?
MF56 GYB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MF56 GYB?
The last recorded mileage for MF56 GYB was 178,161 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF56 GYB passed its MOT?
MF56 GYB has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2021.
Is MF56 GYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF56 GYB 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 MF56 GYB?
MF56 GYB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.