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 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 183,425 miles on the clock, averaging 9,606 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 MT55 SAN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 288 |
| Average per year | 9,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | MT55 SAN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 SAN
What car is MT55 SAN?
MT55 SAN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT55 SAN?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 SAN was 183,425 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 SAN passed its MOT?
MT55 SAN has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2022.
Is MT55 SAN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 SAN 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 MT55 SAN?
MT55 SAN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.