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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 213,765 miles on the clock, averaging 15,784 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 EX06 XVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 213,765 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,784 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | EX06 XVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About EX06 XVY
What car is EX06 XVY?
EX06 XVY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX06 XVY?
The last recorded mileage for EX06 XVY was 213,765 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX06 XVY passed its MOT?
EX06 XVY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2016.
Is EX06 XVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX06 XVY 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 EX06 XVY?
EX06 XVY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.