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LR06 DBU

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 152,080 miles on the clock, averaging 10,910 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 LR06 DBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,080
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,910

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,080 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,910
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR06 DBU 108k119k130k141k152k '09'13'12

Check LR06 DBU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,080 miles
Since last MOT+2,132 miles
PASS
Mileage149,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage143,661 miles
Since last MOT+10,090 miles
PASS
Mileage133,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,571 miles
Since last MOT+25,402 miles
PASS
Mileage108,169 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

RegistrationLR06 DBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About LR06 DBU

What car is LR06 DBU?

LR06 DBU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.

What is the mileage of LR06 DBU?

The last recorded mileage for LR06 DBU was 152,080 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR06 DBU passed its MOT?

LR06 DBU has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2013.

Is LR06 DBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR06 DBU 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 LR06 DBU?

LR06 DBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.