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AJ55 FHC

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 82,821 miles on the clock, averaging 15,762 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 AJ55 FHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,821
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
15,762

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading82,821 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,039
Average per year15,762
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ55 FHC 51k59k67k75k83k '08'10'09

Check AJ55 FHC

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,821 miles
Since last MOT+16,039 miles
PASS
Mileage66,782 miles
Since last MOT+15,853 miles
PASS
Mileage50,929 miles

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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

RegistrationAJ55 FHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AJ55 FHC

What car is AJ55 FHC?

AJ55 FHC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AJ55 FHC?

The last recorded mileage for AJ55 FHC was 82,821 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ55 FHC passed its MOT?

AJ55 FHC has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2010.

Is AJ55 FHC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 FHC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ55 FHC?

AJ55 FHC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.