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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 151,292 miles on the clock, averaging 10,734 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BS55 NEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,292 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,265 |
| Average per year | 10,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BS55 NEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BS — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BS55 NEW
What car is BS55 NEW?
BS55 NEW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BS55 NEW?
The last recorded mileage for BS55 NEW was 151,292 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BS55 NEW passed its MOT?
BS55 NEW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2019.
Is BS55 NEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BS55 NEW 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 BS55 NEW?
BS55 NEW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.