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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 100,069 miles on the clock, averaging 6,608 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 AV56 AKY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,069 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,608 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | AV56 AKY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AV56 AKY
What car is AV56 AKY?
AV56 AKY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AV56 AKY?
The last recorded mileage for AV56 AKY was 100,069 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV56 AKY passed its MOT?
AV56 AKY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is AV56 AKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV56 AKY 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 AV56 AKY?
AV56 AKY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.