Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 204,999 miles on the clock, averaging 12,234 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 AE55 PAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 204,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,095 |
| Average per year | 12,234 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AE55 PAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AE55 PAD
What car is AE55 PAD?
AE55 PAD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AE55 PAD?
The last recorded mileage for AE55 PAD was 204,999 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE55 PAD passed its MOT?
AE55 PAD has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2022.
Is AE55 PAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE55 PAD 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 AE55 PAD?
AE55 PAD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.