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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 94,605 miles on the clock, averaging 4,240 miles per year, well 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 FT06 ELX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,240 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FT06 ELX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FT06 ELX
What car is FT06 ELX?
FT06 ELX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FT06 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for FT06 ELX was 94,605 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT06 ELX passed its MOT?
FT06 ELX has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.
Is FT06 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT06 ELX 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 FT06 ELX?
FT06 ELX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.