Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 129,336 miles on the clock, averaging 11,379 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 EN55 OWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EN55 OWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EN55 OWY
What car is EN55 OWY?
EN55 OWY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EN55 OWY?
The last recorded mileage for EN55 OWY was 129,336 miles, recorded on 8 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN55 OWY passed its MOT?
EN55 OWY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2017.
Is EN55 OWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN55 OWY 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 EN55 OWY?
EN55 OWY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.