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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 172,619 miles on the clock, averaging 8,925 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 DV06 GYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,925 |
| 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 | DV06 GYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About DV06 GYU
What car is DV06 GYU?
DV06 GYU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DV06 GYU?
The last recorded mileage for DV06 GYU was 172,619 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV06 GYU passed its MOT?
DV06 GYU has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2023.
Is DV06 GYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV06 GYU 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 DV06 GYU?
DV06 GYU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.