Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 130,492 miles on the clock, averaging 8,040 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 WP06 VEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,978 |
| Average per year | 8,040 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | WP06 VEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About WP06 VEL
What car is WP06 VEL?
WP06 VEL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Bristol in 2006.
What is the mileage of WP06 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for WP06 VEL was 130,492 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP06 VEL passed its MOT?
WP06 VEL has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 21 Jun 2022.
Is WP06 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP06 VEL 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 WP06 VEL?
WP06 VEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.