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 Petrol 2000cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 136,935 miles on the clock, averaging 6,953 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GL55 OSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,935 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,385 |
| Average per year | 6,953 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL55 OSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 OSW
What car is GL55 OSW?
GL55 OSW is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GL55 OSW?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 OSW was 136,935 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 OSW passed its MOT?
GL55 OSW has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2026.
Is GL55 OSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 OSW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GL55 OSW?
GL55 OSW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.