Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
AF55 VMZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 142,812 miles on the clock, averaging 11,093 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 AF55 VMZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,812
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,093

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading142,812 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,736
Average per year11,093
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF55 VMZ 38k64k90k117k143k '08'18'13

Check AF55 VMZ

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,812 miles
Since last MOT+8,736 miles
PASS
Mileage134,076 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,028 miles
Since last MOT+6,702 miles
PASS
Mileage127,326 miles
Since last MOT+7,162 miles
PASS
Mileage120,164 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,159 miles
Since last MOT+18,327 miles
PASS
Mileage101,832 miles
Since last MOT+22,735 miles
PASS
Mileage79,097 miles
Since last MOT+5,178 miles
PASS
Mileage73,919 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,744 miles
PASS
Mileage62,174 miles
Since last MOT+10,841 miles
PASS
Mileage51,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,333 miles
Since last MOT+13,453 miles
PASS
Mileage37,880 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

More AF55 V plates

Browse all AF55 V registrations from Peterborough.

About AF55 VMZ

What car is AF55 VMZ?

AF55 VMZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AF55 VMZ?

The last recorded mileage for AF55 VMZ was 142,812 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF55 VMZ passed its MOT?

AF55 VMZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2018.

Is AF55 VMZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 VMZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF55 VMZ?

AF55 VMZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.