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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 89,565 miles on the clock, averaging 6,788 miles per year, below 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 XJO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,732 |
| Average per year | 6,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | AJ55 XJO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AJ55 XJO
What car is AJ55 XJO?
AJ55 XJO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AJ55 XJO?
The last recorded mileage for AJ55 XJO was 89,565 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ55 XJO passed its MOT?
AJ55 XJO has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Oct 2017.
Is AJ55 XJO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 XJO 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 XJO?
AJ55 XJO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.