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KV06 CKU

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 136,898 miles on the clock, averaging 7,026 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 KV06 CKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,898
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,026

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading136,898 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,202
Average per year7,026
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV06 CKU 19k49k78k107k137k '08'25'16

Check KV06 CKU

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage136,898 miles
Since last MOT+1,202 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,696 miles
Since last MOT+6,599 miles
PASS
Mileage129,097 miles
Since last MOT+5,197 miles
PASS
Mileage123,900 miles
Since last MOT+4,091 miles
PASS
Mileage119,809 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,800 miles
Since last MOT+3,583 miles
PASS
Mileage116,217 miles
Since last MOT+8,994 miles
PASS
Mileage107,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,223 miles
Since last MOT+7,916 miles
PASS
Mileage99,307 miles
Since last MOT+14,965 miles
PASS
Mileage84,342 miles
Since last MOT+10,693 miles
PASS
Mileage73,649 miles
Since last MOT+12,793 miles
PASS
Mileage60,856 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,753 miles
Since last MOT+11,149 miles
PASS
Mileage49,604 miles
Since last MOT+10,402 miles
PASS
Mileage39,202 miles
Since last MOT+7,714 miles
PASS
Mileage31,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,701 miles
PASS
Mileage28,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage24,007 miles
Since last MOT+4,874 miles
PASS
Mileage19,133 miles

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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

RegistrationKV06 CKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About KV06 CKU

What car is KV06 CKU?

KV06 CKU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KV06 CKU?

The last recorded mileage for KV06 CKU was 136,898 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV06 CKU passed its MOT?

KV06 CKU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 28 Apr 2025.

Is KV06 CKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV06 CKU 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 KV06 CKU?

KV06 CKU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.