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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 165,349 miles on the clock, averaging 8,364 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 WL06 GTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,349 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,970 |
| Average per year | 8,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | WL06 GTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About WL06 GTU
What car is WL06 GTU?
WL06 GTU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2006.
What is the mileage of WL06 GTU?
The last recorded mileage for WL06 GTU was 165,349 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL06 GTU passed its MOT?
WL06 GTU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.
Is WL06 GTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL06 GTU 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 WL06 GTU?
WL06 GTU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.