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 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 138,324 miles on the clock, averaging 6,622 miles per year, below 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 YZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,324 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 88 |
| Average per year | 6,622 |
| 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 YZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CP55 YZW
What car is CP55 YZW?
CP55 YZW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CP55 YZW?
The last recorded mileage for CP55 YZW was 138,324 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP55 YZW passed its MOT?
CP55 YZW has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2024.
Is CP55 YZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP55 YZW 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 CP55 YZW?
CP55 YZW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.