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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 156,254 miles on the clock, averaging 8,383 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 AV56 GFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,254 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,388 |
| Average per year | 8,383 |
| 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 | AV56 GFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AV56 GFU
What car is AV56 GFU?
AV56 GFU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AV56 GFU?
The last recorded mileage for AV56 GFU was 156,254 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV56 GFU passed its MOT?
AV56 GFU has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Aug 2024.
Is AV56 GFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV56 GFU 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 AV56 GFU?
AV56 GFU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.