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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 175,337 miles on the clock, averaging 10,361 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 SL06 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,337 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,374 |
| Average per year | 10,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SL06 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SL06 GCU
What car is SL06 GCU?
SL06 GCU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL06 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for SL06 GCU was 175,337 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL06 GCU passed its MOT?
SL06 GCU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2022.
Is SL06 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL06 GCU 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 SL06 GCU?
SL06 GCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.