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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 182,209 miles on the clock, averaging 9,604 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 GY06 RTV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,936 |
| Average per year | 9,604 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GY06 RTV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GY06 RTV
What car is GY06 RTV?
GY06 RTV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY06 RTV?
The last recorded mileage for GY06 RTV was 182,209 miles, recorded on 6 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY06 RTV passed its MOT?
GY06 RTV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 6 May 2025.
Is GY06 RTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY06 RTV 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 GY06 RTV?
GY06 RTV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.