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 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 132,728 miles on the clock, averaging 6,693 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 HG06 XBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,728 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,046 |
| Average per year | 6,693 |
| 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 | HG06 XBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About HG06 XBW
What car is HG06 XBW?
HG06 XBW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG06 XBW?
The last recorded mileage for HG06 XBW was 132,728 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG06 XBW passed its MOT?
HG06 XBW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 6 Jun 2025.
Is HG06 XBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG06 XBW 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 HG06 XBW?
HG06 XBW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.