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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 163,096 miles on the clock, averaging 6,718 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 RA06 XLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,485 |
| Average per year | 6,718 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 XLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RA06 XLU
What car is RA06 XLU?
RA06 XLU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RA06 XLU?
The last recorded mileage for RA06 XLU was 163,096 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA06 XLU passed its MOT?
RA06 XLU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Aug 2022.
Is RA06 XLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA06 XLU 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 XLU?
RA06 XLU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.