Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 137,752 miles on the clock, averaging 8,214 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 MT55 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,752 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,008 |
| Average per year | 8,214 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MT55 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 RDU
What car is MT55 RDU?
MT55 RDU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 RDU was 137,752 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 RDU passed its MOT?
MT55 RDU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 15 Nov 2022.
Is MT55 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 RDU 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 MT55 RDU?
MT55 RDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.