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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 197,011 miles on the clock, averaging 9,569 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 BL55 ERK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,011 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,430 |
| Average per year | 9,569 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | BL55 ERK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 ERK
What car is BL55 ERK?
BL55 ERK is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 ERK?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 ERK was 197,011 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 ERK passed its MOT?
BL55 ERK has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 8 Nov 2025.
Is BL55 ERK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 ERK 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 BL55 ERK?
BL55 ERK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.