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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 186,227 miles on the clock, averaging 13,916 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 OV06 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 13,916 |
| 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 | OV06 YYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About OV06 YYL
What car is OV06 YYL?
OV06 YYL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV06 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for OV06 YYL was 186,227 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV06 YYL passed its MOT?
OV06 YYL has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2019.
Is OV06 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV06 YYL 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 OV06 YYL?
OV06 YYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.