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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 110,600 miles on the clock, averaging 6,241 miles per year, below 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 BF06 YDW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BF06 YDW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BF06 YDW
What car is BF06 YDW?
BF06 YDW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BF06 YDW?
The last recorded mileage for BF06 YDW was 110,600 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF06 YDW passed its MOT?
BF06 YDW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2024.
Is BF06 YDW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF06 YDW 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 BF06 YDW?
BF06 YDW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.