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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 143,846 miles on the clock, averaging 7,511 miles per year, around 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 XHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,525 |
| Average per year | 7,511 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LR06 XHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About LR06 XHW
What car is LR06 XHW?
LR06 XHW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.
What is the mileage of LR06 XHW?
The last recorded mileage for LR06 XHW was 143,846 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR06 XHW passed its MOT?
LR06 XHW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2021.
Is LR06 XHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR06 XHW 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 XHW?
LR06 XHW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.