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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 131,636 miles on the clock, averaging 8,365 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 MM55 LSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,636 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 LSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MM55 LSO
What car is MM55 LSO?
MM55 LSO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MM55 LSO?
The last recorded mileage for MM55 LSO was 131,636 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM55 LSO passed its MOT?
MM55 LSO has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2019.
Is MM55 LSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM55 LSO 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 MM55 LSO?
MM55 LSO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.