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 1900cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 164,036 miles on the clock, averaging 12,453 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 ZVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,036 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 12,453 |
| 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 ZVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AF56 ZVE
What car is AF56 ZVE?
AF56 ZVE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AF56 ZVE?
The last recorded mileage for AF56 ZVE was 164,036 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF56 ZVE passed its MOT?
AF56 ZVE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2020.
Is AF56 ZVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF56 ZVE 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 ZVE?
AF56 ZVE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.