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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 179,725 miles on the clock, averaging 9,353 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 AX55 AED
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,725 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | AX55 AED |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AX55 AED
What car is AX55 AED?
AX55 AED is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AX55 AED?
The last recorded mileage for AX55 AED was 179,725 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX55 AED passed its MOT?
AX55 AED has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2022.
Is AX55 AED ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX55 AED 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 AX55 AED?
AX55 AED is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.