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 79,554 miles on the clock, averaging 7,362 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 TBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 57 |
| Average per year | 7,362 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 TBU |
| 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 TBU
What car is AK56 TBU?
AK56 TBU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 TBU?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 TBU was 79,554 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 TBU passed its MOT?
AK56 TBU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2017.
Is AK56 TBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 TBU 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 TBU?
AK56 TBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.