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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 125,602 miles on the clock, averaging 6,662 miles per year, 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 GV06 YYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,602 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,654 |
| Average per year | 6,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 YYJ
What car is GV06 YYJ?
GV06 YYJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV06 YYJ?
The last recorded mileage for GV06 YYJ was 125,602 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV06 YYJ passed its MOT?
GV06 YYJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jul 2024.
Is GV06 YYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV06 YYJ 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 YYJ?
GV06 YYJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.