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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 131,155 miles on the clock, averaging 7,650 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 SA55 PVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 PVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SA55 PVU
What car is SA55 PVU?
SA55 PVU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA55 PVU?
The last recorded mileage for SA55 PVU was 131,155 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA55 PVU passed its MOT?
SA55 PVU has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2022.
Is SA55 PVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA55 PVU 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 PVU?
SA55 PVU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.