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 1900cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 143,530 miles on the clock, averaging 6,191 miles per year, below 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 GL55 ESV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,530 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33 |
| Average per year | 6,191 |
| 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 | GL55 ESV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GL55 ESV
What car is GL55 ESV?
GL55 ESV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL55 ESV?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 ESV was 143,530 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 ESV passed its MOT?
GL55 ESV has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Oct 2020.
Is GL55 ESV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 ESV 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 GL55 ESV?
GL55 ESV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.