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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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 161,568 miles on the clock, averaging 13,393 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 GD55 MPV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,568 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,393 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GD55 MPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GD55 MPV
What car is GD55 MPV?
GD55 MPV is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GD55 MPV?
The last recorded mileage for GD55 MPV was 161,568 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD55 MPV passed its MOT?
GD55 MPV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2018.
Is GD55 MPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD55 MPV 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 GD55 MPV?
GD55 MPV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.