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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 177,813 miles on the clock, averaging 10,996 miles per year, above 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 AX56 BSO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,430 |
| Average per year | 10,996 |
| 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.
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 | AX56 BSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AX56 BSO
What car is AX56 BSO?
AX56 BSO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2007.
What is the mileage of AX56 BSO?
The last recorded mileage for AX56 BSO was 177,813 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX56 BSO passed its MOT?
AX56 BSO has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2022.
Is AX56 BSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX56 BSO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AX56 BSO?
AX56 BSO is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.