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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 120,486 miles on the clock, averaging 7,268 miles per year, below 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 FM06 GBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,893 |
| Average per year | 7,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FM06 GBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FM06 GBX
What car is FM06 GBX?
FM06 GBX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FM06 GBX?
The last recorded mileage for FM06 GBX was 120,486 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM06 GBX passed its MOT?
FM06 GBX has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Sep 2022.
Is FM06 GBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM06 GBX 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 FM06 GBX?
FM06 GBX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.