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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 77,934 miles on the clock, averaging 3,479 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for OY56 OYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,040 |
| Average per year | 3,479 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY56 OYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 OYL
What car is OY56 OYL?
OY56 OYL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 OYL?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 OYL was 77,934 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 OYL passed its MOT?
OY56 OYL has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is OY56 OYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 OYL 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 OY56 OYL?
OY56 OYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.