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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for YY06 KWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,656 |
| Average per year | 13,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YY06 KWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About YY06 KWJ
What car is YY06 KWJ?
YY06 KWJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
Has YY06 KWJ passed its MOT?
YY06 KWJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 8 May 2018.
Is YY06 KWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY06 KWJ 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 YY06 KWJ?
YY06 KWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.