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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 171,643 miles on the clock, averaging 7,755 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 FD06 DVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 171,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,358 |
| Average per year | 7,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FD06 DVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FD06 DVB
What car is FD06 DVB?
FD06 DVB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FD06 DVB?
The last recorded mileage for FD06 DVB was 171,643 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD06 DVB passed its MOT?
FD06 DVB has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2022.
Is FD06 DVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD06 DVB 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 FD06 DVB?
FD06 DVB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.