Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RK55 OEM

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1900cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 193,065 miles on the clock, averaging 8,519 miles per year, around 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 RK55 OEM

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,519

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading193,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,487
Average per year8,519
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK55 OEM 61k94k127k160k193k '08'24'17

Check RK55 OEM

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,065 miles
Since last MOT+12,487 miles
PASS
Mileage180,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,578 miles
Since last MOT+7,433 miles
PASS
Mileage173,145 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage167,301 miles
Since last MOT+7,358 miles
PASS
Mileage159,943 miles
Since last MOT+236 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,796 miles
PASS
Mileage153,911 miles
Since last MOT+4,105 miles
PASS
Mileage149,806 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,805 miles
Since last MOT+7,986 miles
PASS
Mileage141,819 miles
Since last MOT+7,435 miles
PASS
Mileage134,384 miles
Since last MOT+6,972 miles
PASS
Mileage127,412 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,412 miles
Since last MOT+9,740 miles
PASS
Mileage117,672 miles
Since last MOT+12,057 miles
PASS
Mileage105,615 miles
Since last MOT+11,155 miles
PASS
Mileage94,460 miles
Since last MOT+11,378 miles
PASS
Mileage83,082 miles
Since last MOT+12,860 miles
PASS
Mileage70,222 miles
Since last MOT+9,017 miles
PASS
Mileage61,205 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 OEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

More RK55 O plates

Browse all RK55 O registrations from Reading.

About RK55 OEM

What car is RK55 OEM?

RK55 OEM is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RK55 OEM?

The last recorded mileage for RK55 OEM was 193,065 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK55 OEM passed its MOT?

RK55 OEM has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2024.

Is RK55 OEM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK55 OEM 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 RK55 OEM?

RK55 OEM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.