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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 180,966 miles on the clock, averaging 8,515 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 BN55 SLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,873 |
| Average per year | 8,515 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | BN55 SLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 SLU
What car is BN55 SLU?
BN55 SLU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 SLU?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 SLU was 180,966 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 SLU passed its MOT?
BN55 SLU has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is BN55 SLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 SLU 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 BN55 SLU?
BN55 SLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.