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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 165,579 miles on the clock, averaging 9,544 miles per year, above 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 YR56 GAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,579 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,786 |
| Average per year | 9,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YR56 GAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YR56 GAX
What car is YR56 GAX?
YR56 GAX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 GAX?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 GAX was 165,579 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 GAX passed its MOT?
YR56 GAX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2019.
Is YR56 GAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 GAX 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 YR56 GAX?
YR56 GAX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.