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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 97,296 miles on the clock, averaging 4,332 miles per year, well 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 DA06 XLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,892 |
| Average per year | 4,332 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | DA06 XLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DA06 XLP
What car is DA06 XLP?
DA06 XLP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DA06 XLP?
The last recorded mileage for DA06 XLP was 97,296 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA06 XLP passed its MOT?
DA06 XLP has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 24 Feb 2025.
Is DA06 XLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA06 XLP 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 DA06 XLP?
DA06 XLP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.