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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 179,694 miles on the clock, averaging 8,889 miles per year, around 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 OSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,891 |
| Average per year | 8,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 OSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GL55 OSM
What car is GL55 OSM?
GL55 OSM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GL55 OSM?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 OSM was 179,694 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 OSM passed its MOT?
GL55 OSM has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2023.
Is GL55 OSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 OSM 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 GL55 OSM?
GL55 OSM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.