2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · AF56 XYK
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 81,263 miles. MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,263 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF56 XYK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 81,263 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF56 XYK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (AF56 XYK) between July 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle i”.
AF56 XYK Mileage History
- 10/07/202380,092 mi
- 09/07/202480,606 mi+514 mi
- 28/10/202480,641 mi+35 mi
- 17/10/202581,263 mi+622 mi
- 21/10/202581,263 mi
Average of roughly 513 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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