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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 176,732 miles on the clock, averaging 8,616 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 AK59 FYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 176,732 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 958 |
| Average per year | 8,616 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AK59 FYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AK59 FYB
What car is AK59 FYB?
AK59 FYB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AK59 FYB?
The last recorded mileage for AK59 FYB was 176,732 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK59 FYB passed its MOT?
AK59 FYB has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.
Is AK59 FYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK59 FYB 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 FYB?
AK59 FYB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.