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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 273,524 miles on the clock, averaging 16,735 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 GR55 NPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 273,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GR55 NPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GR55 NPV
What car is GR55 NPV?
GR55 NPV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GR55 NPV?
The last recorded mileage for GR55 NPV was 273,524 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR55 NPV passed its MOT?
GR55 NPV has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2021.
Is GR55 NPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR55 NPV 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 GR55 NPV?
GR55 NPV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.