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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 147,019 miles on the clock, averaging 9,299 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 AD55 GPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,019 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,706 |
| Average per year | 9,299 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AD55 GPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AD55 GPZ
What car is AD55 GPZ?
AD55 GPZ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AD55 GPZ?
The last recorded mileage for AD55 GPZ was 147,019 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD55 GPZ passed its MOT?
AD55 GPZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2021.
Is AD55 GPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD55 GPZ 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 AD55 GPZ?
AD55 GPZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.