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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 138,999 miles on the clock, averaging 7,296 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 AX55 ATY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,296 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 ATY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AX55 ATY
What car is AX55 ATY?
AX55 ATY is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AX55 ATY?
The last recorded mileage for AX55 ATY was 138,999 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX55 ATY passed its MOT?
AX55 ATY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2024.
Is AX55 ATY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX55 ATY 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 ATY?
AX55 ATY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.