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 3189cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 56,959 miles on the clock, averaging 2,708 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for 1. serpentine belt tensioner failure and 2. increased oil consumption (high-mileage piston ring wear).
MOT & Mileage History for AE56 AGX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,198 |
| Average per year | 2,708 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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. Serpentine Belt Tensioner Failure
The tensioner fails prematurely, leading to belt slip or complete belt loss.[1]
2. Increased Oil Consumption (High-Mileage Piston Ring Wear)
Worn piston rings allow oil to pass into the combustion chamber, increasing oil consumption dramatically.[2]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE56 AGX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AE56 AGX
What car is AE56 AGX?
AE56 AGX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AE56 AGX?
The last recorded mileage for AE56 AGX was 56,959 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE56 AGX passed its MOT?
AE56 AGX has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is AE56 AGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE56 AGX 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 AE56 AGX?
AE56 AGX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.