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 1900cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 196,792 miles on the clock, averaging 13,491 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 RA55 LUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,792 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39,781 |
| Average per year | 13,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RA55 LUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RA55 LUW
What car is RA55 LUW?
RA55 LUW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 LUW?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 LUW was 196,792 miles, recorded on 24 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 LUW passed its MOT?
RA55 LUW has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2019.
Is RA55 LUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 LUW 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 RA55 LUW?
RA55 LUW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.