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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 170,419 miles on the clock, averaging 11,951 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 HXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 11,951 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 HXL |
| 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 HXL
What car is AF56 HXL?
AF56 HXL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AF56 HXL?
The last recorded mileage for AF56 HXL was 170,419 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF56 HXL passed its MOT?
AF56 HXL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2021.
Is AF56 HXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF56 HXL 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 HXL?
AF56 HXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.