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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 218,777 miles on the clock, averaging 16,072 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 ND55 VUL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,777 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 38 |
| Average per year | 16,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | ND55 VUL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About ND55 VUL
What car is ND55 VUL?
ND55 VUL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of ND55 VUL?
The last recorded mileage for ND55 VUL was 218,777 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND55 VUL passed its MOT?
ND55 VUL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2020.
Is ND55 VUL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND55 VUL 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 ND55 VUL?
ND55 VUL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.