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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 149,962 miles on the clock, averaging 7,899 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 AJ56 AOS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,672 |
| Average per year | 7,899 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AJ56 AOS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AJ56 AOS
What car is AJ56 AOS?
AJ56 AOS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AJ56 AOS?
The last recorded mileage for AJ56 AOS was 149,962 miles, recorded on 16 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ56 AOS passed its MOT?
AJ56 AOS has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 May 2024.
Is AJ56 AOS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ56 AOS 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 AJ56 AOS?
AJ56 AOS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.