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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 187,720 miles on the clock, averaging 12,821 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 VZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,720 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,821 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 VZG |
| 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 VZG
What car is AF59 VZG?
AF59 VZG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AF59 VZG?
The last recorded mileage for AF59 VZG was 187,720 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF59 VZG passed its MOT?
AF59 VZG has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2024.
Is AF59 VZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF59 VZG 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 VZG?
AF59 VZG is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.