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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 166,056 miles on the clock, averaging 9,595 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 FA06 CBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,056 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,074 |
| Average per year | 9,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | FA06 CBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FA06 CBV
What car is FA06 CBV?
FA06 CBV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FA06 CBV?
The last recorded mileage for FA06 CBV was 166,056 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA06 CBV passed its MOT?
FA06 CBV has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Apr 2020.
Is FA06 CBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA06 CBV 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 FA06 CBV?
FA06 CBV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.