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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 98,232 miles on the clock, averaging 11,584 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 MUC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,232 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,584 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 MUC |
| 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 MUC
What car is DG55 MUC?
DG55 MUC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG55 MUC?
The last recorded mileage for DG55 MUC was 98,232 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG55 MUC passed its MOT?
DG55 MUC has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2015.
Is DG55 MUC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 MUC 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 MUC?
DG55 MUC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.