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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 219,306 miles on the clock, averaging 19,315 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 YVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 219,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 19,315 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 YVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 YVM
What car is GK06 YVM?
GK06 YVM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GK06 YVM?
The last recorded mileage for GK06 YVM was 219,306 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK06 YVM passed its MOT?
GK06 YVM has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2018.
Is GK06 YVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK06 YVM 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 YVM?
GK06 YVM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.