Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 156,811 miles on the clock, averaging 9,635 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 HW55 EKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 145 |
| Average per year | 9,635 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
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 | HW55 EKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HW55 EKV
What car is HW55 EKV?
HW55 EKV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW55 EKV?
The last recorded mileage for HW55 EKV was 156,811 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW55 EKV passed its MOT?
HW55 EKV has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.
Is HW55 EKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW55 EKV 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 HW55 EKV?
HW55 EKV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.