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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 165,109 miles on the clock, averaging 5,947 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 MW55 TXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,109 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,560 |
| Average per year | 5,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 TXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 TXG
What car is MW55 TXG?
MW55 TXG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW55 TXG?
The last recorded mileage for MW55 TXG was 165,109 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW55 TXG passed its MOT?
MW55 TXG has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2019.
Is MW55 TXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW55 TXG 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 TXG?
MW55 TXG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.