Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 100,163 miles on the clock, averaging 4,277 miles per year, well 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 NC55 VFS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | NC55 VFS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NC55 VFS
What car is NC55 VFS?
NC55 VFS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC55 VFS?
The last recorded mileage for NC55 VFS was 100,163 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC55 VFS passed its MOT?
NC55 VFS has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2022.
Is NC55 VFS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC55 VFS 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 NC55 VFS?
NC55 VFS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.