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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 138,734 miles on the clock, averaging 8,965 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 MD55 WLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,871 |
| Average per year | 8,965 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 WLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 WLX
What car is MD55 WLX?
MD55 WLX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MD55 WLX?
The last recorded mileage for MD55 WLX was 138,734 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD55 WLX passed its MOT?
MD55 WLX has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 23 Nov 2021.
Is MD55 WLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD55 WLX 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 WLX?
MD55 WLX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.