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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 154,118 miles on the clock, averaging 12,349 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 DG55 FMY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,349 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DG55 FMY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DG55 FMY
What car is DG55 FMY?
DG55 FMY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG55 FMY?
The last recorded mileage for DG55 FMY was 154,118 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG55 FMY passed its MOT?
DG55 FMY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2018.
Is DG55 FMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 FMY 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 DG55 FMY?
DG55 FMY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.