2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · GJ06 VNF
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 79,256 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,256 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GJ06 VNF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
- 79,256 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GJ06 VNF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (GJ06 VNF) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both fronts (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”.
GJ06 VNF Mileage History
- 26/07/202472,277 mi
- 26/07/202574,664 mi+2,387 mi
- 07/08/202679,248 mi+4,584 mi
- 18/08/202679,256 mi+8 mi
- 18/08/202679,256 mi
Average of roughly 3,385 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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