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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 49,223 miles on the clock, averaging 4,940 miles per year, well 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 SY06 XHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,223 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,600 |
| Average per year | 4,940 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 XHB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SY06 XHB
What car is SY06 XHB?
SY06 XHB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY06 XHB?
The last recorded mileage for SY06 XHB was 49,223 miles, recorded on 11 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY06 XHB passed its MOT?
SY06 XHB has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 May 2017.
Is SY06 XHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 XHB 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 XHB?
SY06 XHB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.