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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 80,414 miles on the clock, averaging 4,026 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 GP06 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,444 |
| Average per year | 4,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GP06 VBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GP06 VBL
What car is GP06 VBL?
GP06 VBL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP06 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for GP06 VBL was 80,414 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP06 VBL passed its MOT?
GP06 VBL has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Feb 2026.
Is GP06 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP06 VBL 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 GP06 VBL?
GP06 VBL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.