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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for KG06 XVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,766 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,116 |
| Average per year | 12,623 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KG06 XVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About KG06 XVV
What car is KG06 XVV?
KG06 XVV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.
Has KG06 XVV passed its MOT?
KG06 XVV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2020.
Is KG06 XVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG06 XVV 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 KG06 XVV?
KG06 XVV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.