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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 177,861 miles on the clock, averaging 11,498 miles per year, above 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 CA56 AVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,498 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | CA56 AVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CA56 AVD
What car is CA56 AVD?
CA56 AVD is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CA56 AVD?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 AVD was 177,861 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 AVD passed its MOT?
CA56 AVD has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2022.
Is CA56 AVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 AVD 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 CA56 AVD?
CA56 AVD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.