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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 117,699 miles on the clock, averaging 5,994 miles per year, below 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 SWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,699 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 SWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 SWY
What car is AK56 SWY?
AK56 SWY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK56 SWY?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 SWY was 117,699 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 SWY passed its MOT?
AK56 SWY has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2025.
Is AK56 SWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 SWY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, 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 SWY?
AK56 SWY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.