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FX55 XUT

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 130,252 miles on the clock, averaging 10,038 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 FX55 XUT

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,252
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,038

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 reading130,252 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,062
Average per year10,038
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX55 XUT 25k51k77k104k130k '08'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,252 miles
Since last MOT+2,062 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,955 miles
PASS
Mileage114,235 miles
Since last MOT+271 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,964 miles
Since last MOT+36,032 miles
PASS
Mileage77,932 miles
Since last MOT+10,679 miles
PASS
Mileage67,253 miles
Since last MOT+7,100 miles
PASS
Mileage60,153 miles
Since last MOT+759 miles
PASS
Mileage59,394 miles
Since last MOT+14,203 miles
PASS
Mileage45,191 miles
Since last MOT+11,941 miles
PASS
Mileage33,250 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,195 miles
Since last MOT+8,533 miles
PASS
Mileage24,662 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

RegistrationFX55 XUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FX55 XUT

What car is FX55 XUT?

FX55 XUT is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FX55 XUT?

The last recorded mileage for FX55 XUT was 130,252 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX55 XUT passed its MOT?

FX55 XUT has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2019.

Is FX55 XUT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX55 XUT 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 FX55 XUT?

FX55 XUT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.