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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 161,949 miles on the clock, averaging 7,751 miles per year, around 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 BF55 GJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,957 |
| Average per year | 7,751 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BF55 GJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BF55 GJY
What car is BF55 GJY?
BF55 GJY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF55 GJY?
The last recorded mileage for BF55 GJY was 161,949 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF55 GJY passed its MOT?
BF55 GJY has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is BF55 GJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF55 GJY 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 BF55 GJY?
BF55 GJY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.