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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 83,227 miles on the clock, averaging 10,546 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 SB55 CWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 83,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,125 |
| Average per year | 10,546 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SB55 CWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SB55 CWC
What car is SB55 CWC?
SB55 CWC is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB55 CWC?
The last recorded mileage for SB55 CWC was 83,227 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB55 CWC passed its MOT?
SB55 CWC has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2014.
Is SB55 CWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 CWC 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 SB55 CWC?
SB55 CWC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.