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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 161,402 miles on the clock, averaging 12,204 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 YR56 GZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,715 |
| Average per year | 12,204 |
| 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
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 | YR56 GZY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YR56 GZY
What car is YR56 GZY?
YR56 GZY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 GZY?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 GZY was 161,402 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 GZY passed its MOT?
YR56 GZY has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2019.
Is YR56 GZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 GZY 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 YR56 GZY?
YR56 GZY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.