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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 260,763 miles on the clock, averaging 13,690 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 DS06 USC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 260,763 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 34 |
| Average per year | 13,690 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | DS06 USC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DS06 USC
What car is DS06 USC?
DS06 USC is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DS06 USC?
The last recorded mileage for DS06 USC was 260,763 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS06 USC passed its MOT?
DS06 USC has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2025.
Is DS06 USC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS06 USC 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 DS06 USC?
DS06 USC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.