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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 165,181 miles on the clock, averaging 6,950 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 MT06 EXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 6,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MT06 EXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About MT06 EXU
What car is MT06 EXU?
MT06 EXU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT06 EXU?
The last recorded mileage for MT06 EXU was 165,181 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT06 EXU passed its MOT?
MT06 EXU has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is MT06 EXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT06 EXU 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 MT06 EXU?
MT06 EXU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.