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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 161,332 miles on the clock, averaging 6,790 miles per year, below 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 UVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,064 |
| Average per year | 6,790 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 UVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 UVW
What car is MT55 UVW?
MT55 UVW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 UVW?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 UVW was 161,332 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 UVW passed its MOT?
MT55 UVW has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2026.
Is MT55 UVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 UVW 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 UVW?
MT55 UVW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.