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 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 158,483 miles on the clock, averaging 10,874 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 HD55 GYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,483 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,249 |
| Average per year | 10,874 |
| 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 | HD55 GYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HD55 GYS
What car is HD55 GYS?
HD55 GYS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HD55 GYS?
The last recorded mileage for HD55 GYS was 158,483 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD55 GYS passed its MOT?
HD55 GYS has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Apr 2022.
Is HD55 GYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD55 GYS 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 HD55 GYS?
HD55 GYS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.