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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 181,541 miles on the clock, averaging 9,426 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 YZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,426 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | OV06 YZD |
| 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 YZD
What car is OV06 YZD?
OV06 YZD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV06 YZD?
The last recorded mileage for OV06 YZD was 181,541 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV06 YZD passed its MOT?
OV06 YZD has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2024.
Is OV06 YZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV06 YZD 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 YZD?
OV06 YZD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.