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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 144,013 miles on the clock, averaging 6,209 miles per year, below 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 AD56 OCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 135 |
| Average per year | 6,209 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | AD56 OCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AD56 OCL
What car is AD56 OCL?
AD56 OCL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AD56 OCL?
The last recorded mileage for AD56 OCL was 144,013 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD56 OCL passed its MOT?
AD56 OCL has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is AD56 OCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD56 OCL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD56 OCL?
AD56 OCL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.