Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 132,562 miles on the clock, averaging 9,058 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 CP55 PXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,562 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Average per year | 9,058 |
| 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 | CP55 PXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CP55 PXW
What car is CP55 PXW?
CP55 PXW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CP55 PXW?
The last recorded mileage for CP55 PXW was 132,562 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP55 PXW passed its MOT?
CP55 PXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2023.
Is CP55 PXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP55 PXW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CP55 PXW?
CP55 PXW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.