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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 125,604 miles on the clock, averaging 8,217 miles per year, around 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 AF59 VXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AF59 VXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AF59 VXV
What car is AF59 VXV?
AF59 VXV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AF59 VXV?
The last recorded mileage for AF59 VXV was 125,604 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF59 VXV passed its MOT?
AF59 VXV has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2022.
Is AF59 VXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF59 VXV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF59 VXV?
AF59 VXV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.