Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 146,298 miles on the clock, averaging 16,145 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 XME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,409 |
| Average per year | 16,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 XME |
| 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 XME
What car is SY06 XME?
SY06 XME is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY06 XME?
The last recorded mileage for SY06 XME was 146,298 miles, recorded on 19 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY06 XME passed its MOT?
SY06 XME has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2017.
Is SY06 XME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 XME 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 XME?
SY06 XME is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.