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 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,690 miles on the clock, averaging 12,585 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 AK55 HWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,690 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 212 |
| Average per year | 12,585 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AK55 HWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 HWZ
What car is AK55 HWZ?
AK55 HWZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 HWZ?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 HWZ was 163,690 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 HWZ passed its MOT?
AK55 HWZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2017.
Is AK55 HWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 HWZ 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 AK55 HWZ?
AK55 HWZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.