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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 180,478 miles on the clock, averaging 8,072 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 GV06 HPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,202 |
| Average per year | 8,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GV06 HPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GV06 HPA
What car is GV06 HPA?
GV06 HPA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV06 HPA?
The last recorded mileage for GV06 HPA was 180,478 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV06 HPA passed its MOT?
GV06 HPA has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2023.
Is GV06 HPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV06 HPA 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 GV06 HPA?
GV06 HPA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.