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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 90,499 miles on the clock, averaging 12,923 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for PA55 GSL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,778 |
| Average per year | 12,923 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PA55 GSL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PA — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PA55 GSL
What car is PA55 GSL?
PA55 GSL is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2017.
What is the mileage of PA55 GSL?
The last recorded mileage for PA55 GSL was 90,499 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PA55 GSL passed its MOT?
PA55 GSL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is PA55 GSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PA55 GSL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PA55 GSL?
PA55 GSL is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.