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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 171,266 miles on the clock, averaging 11,886 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 MD06 XET
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XET |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XET
What car is MD06 XET?
MD06 XET is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MD06 XET?
The last recorded mileage for MD06 XET was 171,266 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD06 XET passed its MOT?
MD06 XET has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2021.
Is MD06 XET ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD06 XET 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 XET?
MD06 XET is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.