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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 175,538 miles on the clock, averaging 6,742 miles per year, below 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 MD55 LRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 175,538 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 6,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MD55 LRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MD55 LRJ
What car is MD55 LRJ?
MD55 LRJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MD55 LRJ?
The last recorded mileage for MD55 LRJ was 175,538 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD55 LRJ passed its MOT?
MD55 LRJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is MD55 LRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD55 LRJ 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 MD55 LRJ?
MD55 LRJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.