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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 118,845 miles on the clock, averaging 9,817 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 FY55 WJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 95 |
| Average per year | 9,817 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FY55 WJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FY55 WJL
What car is FY55 WJL?
FY55 WJL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY55 WJL?
The last recorded mileage for FY55 WJL was 118,845 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY55 WJL passed its MOT?
FY55 WJL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2020.
Is FY55 WJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 WJL 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 FY55 WJL?
FY55 WJL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.