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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 87,138 miles on the clock, averaging 4,720 miles per year, well 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 SA55 RKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,138 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 4,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 RKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 RKE
What car is SA55 RKE?
SA55 RKE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA55 RKE?
The last recorded mileage for SA55 RKE was 87,138 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA55 RKE passed its MOT?
SA55 RKE has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2024.
Is SA55 RKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA55 RKE 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 RKE?
SA55 RKE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.