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 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 176,700 miles on the clock, averaging 8,948 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 VN06 XVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 176,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,948 |
| 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 | VN06 XVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About VN06 XVL
What car is VN06 XVL?
VN06 XVL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VN06 XVL?
The last recorded mileage for VN06 XVL was 176,700 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN06 XVL passed its MOT?
VN06 XVL has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2023.
Is VN06 XVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN06 XVL 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 VN06 XVL?
VN06 XVL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.