Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 178,619 miles on the clock, averaging 8,026 miles per year, around 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 BT06 EAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,440 |
| Average per year | 8,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BT06 EAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BT06 EAM
What car is BT06 EAM?
BT06 EAM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BT06 EAM?
The last recorded mileage for BT06 EAM was 178,619 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT06 EAM passed its MOT?
BT06 EAM has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is BT06 EAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT06 EAM 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 BT06 EAM?
BT06 EAM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.