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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 159,819 miles on the clock, averaging 7,262 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 PO55 XUJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,601 |
| Average per year | 7,262 |
| 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 | PO55 XUJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PO55 XUJ
What car is PO55 XUJ?
PO55 XUJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PO55 XUJ?
The last recorded mileage for PO55 XUJ was 159,819 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO55 XUJ passed its MOT?
PO55 XUJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jul 2026.
Is PO55 XUJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO55 XUJ 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 PO55 XUJ?
PO55 XUJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.