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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 195,007 miles on the clock, averaging 12,594 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 GK06 XBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,007 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,594 |
| 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 | GK06 XBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GK06 XBM
What car is GK06 XBM?
GK06 XBM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GK06 XBM?
The last recorded mileage for GK06 XBM was 195,007 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK06 XBM passed its MOT?
GK06 XBM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2022.
Is GK06 XBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK06 XBM 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 GK06 XBM?
GK06 XBM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.