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 1900cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 162,213 miles on the clock, averaging 9,705 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 AY56 XMD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,213 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,705 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AY56 XMD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AY56 XMD
What car is AY56 XMD?
AY56 XMD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY56 XMD?
The last recorded mileage for AY56 XMD was 162,213 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY56 XMD passed its MOT?
AY56 XMD has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2024.
Is AY56 XMD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY56 XMD 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 AY56 XMD?
AY56 XMD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.