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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 243,445 miles on the clock, averaging 13,310 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 WP06 XPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 243,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,310 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 XPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XPL
What car is WP06 XPL?
WP06 XPL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Bristol in 2006.
What is the mileage of WP06 XPL?
The last recorded mileage for WP06 XPL was 243,445 miles, recorded on 10 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP06 XPL passed its MOT?
WP06 XPL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2023.
Is WP06 XPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP06 XPL 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 XPL?
WP06 XPL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.