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 1900cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 128,969 miles on the clock, averaging 9,956 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 MW55 LFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | MW55 LFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MW55 LFG
What car is MW55 LFG?
MW55 LFG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW55 LFG?
The last recorded mileage for MW55 LFG was 128,969 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW55 LFG passed its MOT?
MW55 LFG has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2017.
Is MW55 LFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW55 LFG 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 MW55 LFG?
MW55 LFG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.