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 Petrol 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 133,397 miles on the clock, averaging 7,067 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for AO56 MDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,397 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 150 |
| Average per year | 7,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO56 MDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 MDE
What car is AO56 MDE?
AO56 MDE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 MDE?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 MDE was 133,397 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 MDE passed its MOT?
AO56 MDE has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is AO56 MDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 MDE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AO56 MDE?
AO56 MDE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.