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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 155,949 miles on the clock, averaging 8,314 miles per year, around 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 SP06 GXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,013 |
| Average per year | 8,314 |
| 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 | SP06 GXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SP06 GXR
What car is SP06 GXR?
SP06 GXR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2006.
What is the mileage of SP06 GXR?
The last recorded mileage for SP06 GXR was 155,949 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP06 GXR passed its MOT?
SP06 GXR has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is SP06 GXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP06 GXR 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 SP06 GXR?
SP06 GXR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.