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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 136,896 miles on the clock, averaging 5,511 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 MJ55 CLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,420 |
| Average per year | 5,511 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 CLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 CLX
What car is MJ55 CLX?
MJ55 CLX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ55 CLX?
The last recorded mileage for MJ55 CLX was 136,896 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ55 CLX passed its MOT?
MJ55 CLX has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is MJ55 CLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ55 CLX 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 CLX?
MJ55 CLX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.