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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 250,009 miles on the clock, averaging 10,563 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 BJ06 GPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 250,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BJ06 GPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BJ06 GPE
What car is BJ06 GPE?
BJ06 GPE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BJ06 GPE?
The last recorded mileage for BJ06 GPE was 250,009 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ06 GPE passed its MOT?
BJ06 GPE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2023.
Is BJ06 GPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ06 GPE 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 BJ06 GPE?
BJ06 GPE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.