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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 233,755 miles on the clock, averaging 18,443 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 AY06 XKN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 233,755 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 66 |
| Average per year | 18,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AY06 XKN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About AY06 XKN
What car is AY06 XKN?
AY06 XKN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY06 XKN?
The last recorded mileage for AY06 XKN was 233,755 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY06 XKN passed its MOT?
AY06 XKN has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2017.
Is AY06 XKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY06 XKN 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 AY06 XKN?
AY06 XKN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.