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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 188,502 miles on the clock, averaging 9,586 miles per year, above 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 MK55 VSL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,102 |
| Average per year | 9,586 |
| 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 | MK55 VSL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MK55 VSL
What car is MK55 VSL?
MK55 VSL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 VSL?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 VSL was 188,502 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 VSL passed its MOT?
MK55 VSL has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2023.
Is MK55 VSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 VSL 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 MK55 VSL?
MK55 VSL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.