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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 129,214 miles on the clock, averaging 6,660 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YT56 YCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,214 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 268 |
| Average per year | 6,660 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YT56 YCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YT56 YCU
What car is YT56 YCU?
YT56 YCU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YT56 YCU?
The last recorded mileage for YT56 YCU was 129,214 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT56 YCU passed its MOT?
YT56 YCU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is YT56 YCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT56 YCU 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 YT56 YCU?
YT56 YCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.