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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 178,694 miles on the clock, averaging 12,978 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 AF59 VZB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 VZB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VZB
What car is AF59 VZB?
AF59 VZB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AF59 VZB?
The last recorded mileage for AF59 VZB was 178,694 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF59 VZB passed its MOT?
AF59 VZB has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2018.
Is AF59 VZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF59 VZB 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 VZB?
AF59 VZB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.