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 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 174,499 miles on the clock, averaging 10,928 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AK59 BUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,755 |
| Average per year | 10,928 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK59 BUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AK59 BUF
What car is AK59 BUF?
AK59 BUF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AK59 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for AK59 BUF was 174,499 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK59 BUF passed its MOT?
AK59 BUF has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is AK59 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK59 BUF 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 AK59 BUF?
AK59 BUF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.