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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 136,631 miles on the clock, averaging 10,162 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 VUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,162 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 VUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VUV
What car is MK55 VUV?
MK55 VUV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 VUV?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 VUV was 136,631 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 VUV passed its MOT?
MK55 VUV has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2018.
Is MK55 VUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 VUV 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 VUV?
MK55 VUV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.