Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 180,975 miles on the clock, averaging 13,335 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 SA55 BMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,355 |
| Average per year | 13,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SA55 BMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SA55 BMU
What car is SA55 BMU?
SA55 BMU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA55 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for SA55 BMU was 180,975 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA55 BMU passed its MOT?
SA55 BMU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2017.
Is SA55 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA55 BMU 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 SA55 BMU?
SA55 BMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.