2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · YA55 RCU
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 98,446 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,446 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA55 RCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 98,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA55 RCU 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 (YA55 RCU) between March 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is imp”; “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
YA55 RCU Mileage History
- 07/03/202597,020 mi
- 13/03/202597,023 mi+3 mi
- 18/03/202597,023 mi
- 27/04/202698,439 mi+1,416 mi
- 20/05/202698,446 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 1,186 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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