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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 185,332 miles on the clock, averaging 10,326 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 GP06 XJW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,326 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 XJW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 XJW
What car is GP06 XJW?
GP06 XJW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP06 XJW?
The last recorded mileage for GP06 XJW was 185,332 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP06 XJW passed its MOT?
GP06 XJW has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2023.
Is GP06 XJW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP06 XJW 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 XJW?
GP06 XJW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.