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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 53,664 miles on the clock, averaging 1,381 miles per year, well 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 RA06 AKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 1,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RA06 AKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RA06 AKJ
What car is RA06 AKJ?
RA06 AKJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RA06 AKJ?
The last recorded mileage for RA06 AKJ was 53,664 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA06 AKJ passed its MOT?
RA06 AKJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is RA06 AKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA06 AKJ 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 RA06 AKJ?
RA06 AKJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.