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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 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 124,128 miles on the clock, averaging 4,145 miles per year, well 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 AO55 HDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 124,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,745 |
| Average per year | 4,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | AO55 HDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AO55 HDE
What car is AO55 HDE?
AO55 HDE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AO55 HDE?
The last recorded mileage for AO55 HDE was 124,128 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO55 HDE passed its MOT?
AO55 HDE has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Apr 2023.
Is AO55 HDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 HDE 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 AO55 HDE?
AO55 HDE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.