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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 94,094 miles on the clock, averaging 7,331 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 SO06 SZT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SO06 SZT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SO06 SZT
What car is SO06 SZT?
SO06 SZT is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 SZT?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 SZT was 94,094 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 SZT passed its MOT?
SO06 SZT has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2019.
Is SO06 SZT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 SZT 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 SO06 SZT?
SO06 SZT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.