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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 138,001 miles on the clock, averaging 7,914 miles per year, around 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 GU06 KAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,531 |
| Average per year | 7,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GU06 KAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GU06 KAK
What car is GU06 KAK?
GU06 KAK is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU06 KAK?
The last recorded mileage for GU06 KAK was 138,001 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU06 KAK passed its MOT?
GU06 KAK has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2023.
Is GU06 KAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU06 KAK 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 GU06 KAK?
GU06 KAK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.