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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 322,459 miles on the clock, averaging 18,061 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 AF56 GMY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 322,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,910 |
| Average per year | 18,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | AF56 GMY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AF56 GMY
What car is AF56 GMY?
AF56 GMY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AF56 GMY?
The last recorded mileage for AF56 GMY was 322,459 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF56 GMY passed its MOT?
AF56 GMY has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 15 Dec 2023.
Is AF56 GMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF56 GMY 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 AF56 GMY?
AF56 GMY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.