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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 128,765 miles on the clock, averaging 8,343 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 LB55 PHO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,765 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LB55 PHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LB55 PHO
What car is LB55 PHO?
LB55 PHO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LB55 PHO?
The last recorded mileage for LB55 PHO was 128,765 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB55 PHO passed its MOT?
LB55 PHO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2018.
Is LB55 PHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB55 PHO 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 LB55 PHO?
LB55 PHO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.