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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 153,604 miles on the clock, averaging 11,176 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 MM55 GKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,176 |
| 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 | MM55 GKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MM55 GKU
What car is MM55 GKU?
MM55 GKU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MM55 GKU?
The last recorded mileage for MM55 GKU was 153,604 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM55 GKU passed its MOT?
MM55 GKU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2019.
Is MM55 GKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM55 GKU 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 MM55 GKU?
MM55 GKU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.