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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 154,575 miles on the clock, averaging 14,611 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 AK56 LWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,575 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 14,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AK56 LWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 LWS
What car is AK56 LWS?
AK56 LWS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 LWS?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 LWS was 154,575 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 LWS passed its MOT?
AK56 LWS has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2016.
Is AK56 LWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 LWS 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 AK56 LWS?
AK56 LWS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.