Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 205,240 miles on the clock, averaging 11,577 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 SY06 ODR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,240 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,317 |
| Average per year | 11,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SY06 ODR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SY06 ODR
What car is SY06 ODR?
SY06 ODR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY06 ODR?
The last recorded mileage for SY06 ODR was 205,240 miles, recorded on 27 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY06 ODR passed its MOT?
SY06 ODR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2019.
Is SY06 ODR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 ODR 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 SY06 ODR?
SY06 ODR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.