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 2000cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 232,264 miles on the clock, averaging 14,614 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YR56 VPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 232,264 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR56 VPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YR56 VPL
What car is YR56 VPL?
YR56 VPL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 VPL was 232,264 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 VPL passed its MOT?
YR56 VPL has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2020.
Is YR56 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 VPL 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 VPL?
YR56 VPL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.