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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 165,768 miles on the clock, averaging 9,501 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 BL06 ODJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,768 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,934 |
| Average per year | 9,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BL06 ODJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BL06 ODJ
What car is BL06 ODJ?
BL06 ODJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL06 ODJ?
The last recorded mileage for BL06 ODJ was 165,768 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL06 ODJ passed its MOT?
BL06 ODJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2020.
Is BL06 ODJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL06 ODJ 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 BL06 ODJ?
BL06 ODJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.