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FE55 MZU

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 155,704 miles on the clock, averaging 13,042 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 FE55 MZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,704
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
13,042

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading155,704 miles
Reading date
Miles last year78
Average per year13,042
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE55 MZU 32k63k94k125k156k '08'18'12

Check FE55 MZU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,704 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,626 miles
Since last MOT+26,614 miles
PASS
Mileage129,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
PASS
Mileage126,756 miles
Since last MOT+13,406 miles
PASS
Mileage113,350 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage105,706 miles
Since last MOT+220 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,486 miles
Since last MOT+16,467 miles
PASS
Mileage89,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,019 miles
Since last MOT+14,760 miles
PASS
Mileage74,259 miles
Since last MOT+414 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,845 miles
Since last MOT+14,761 miles
PASS
Mileage59,084 miles
Since last MOT+13,424 miles
PASS
Mileage45,660 miles
Since last MOT+473 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,187 miles
Since last MOT+13,106 miles
PASS
Mileage32,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,081 miles

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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

RegistrationFE55 MZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FE55 MZU

What car is FE55 MZU?

FE55 MZU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FE55 MZU?

The last recorded mileage for FE55 MZU was 155,704 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE55 MZU passed its MOT?

FE55 MZU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2018.

Is FE55 MZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE55 MZU 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 FE55 MZU?

FE55 MZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.