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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 160,553 miles on the clock, averaging 9,578 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for PK56 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,553 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,234 |
| Average per year | 9,578 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK56 YYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PK56 YYL
What car is PK56 YYL?
PK56 YYL is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PK56 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for PK56 YYL was 160,553 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK56 YYL passed its MOT?
PK56 YYL has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 3 Apr 2024.
Is PK56 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 YYL 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 PK56 YYL?
PK56 YYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.