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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 89,255 miles on the clock, averaging 6,313 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 NV55 HLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | NV55 HLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NV55 HLA
What car is NV55 HLA?
NV55 HLA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stockton in 2005.
What is the mileage of NV55 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for NV55 HLA was 89,255 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV55 HLA passed its MOT?
NV55 HLA has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2018.
Is NV55 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV55 HLA 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 NV55 HLA?
NV55 HLA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.