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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 127,344 miles on the clock, averaging 7,518 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 MJ55 CGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,344 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,963 |
| Average per year | 7,518 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MJ55 CGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MJ55 CGO
What car is MJ55 CGO?
MJ55 CGO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ55 CGO?
The last recorded mileage for MJ55 CGO was 127,344 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ55 CGO passed its MOT?
MJ55 CGO has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jul 2022.
Is MJ55 CGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ55 CGO 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 MJ55 CGO?
MJ55 CGO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.