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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 107,811 miles on the clock, averaging 7,295 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 SY06 XHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,590 |
| Average per year | 7,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 XHW
What car is SY06 XHW?
SY06 XHW is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY06 XHW?
The last recorded mileage for SY06 XHW was 107,811 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY06 XHW passed its MOT?
SY06 XHW has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jun 2020.
Is SY06 XHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 XHW 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 XHW?
SY06 XHW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.