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 1900cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 83,571 miles on the clock, averaging 5,384 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 MD06 XER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,571 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MD06 XER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About MD06 XER
What car is MD06 XER?
MD06 XER is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MD06 XER?
The last recorded mileage for MD06 XER was 83,571 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD06 XER passed its MOT?
MD06 XER has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2021.
Is MD06 XER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD06 XER 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 MD06 XER?
MD06 XER is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.