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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 212,094 miles on the clock, averaging 11,845 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 DE06 CEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 212,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,845 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DE06 CEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DE06 CEX
What car is DE06 CEX?
DE06 CEX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DE06 CEX?
The last recorded mileage for DE06 CEX was 212,094 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE06 CEX passed its MOT?
DE06 CEX has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2023.
Is DE06 CEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE06 CEX 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 DE06 CEX?
DE06 CEX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.