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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 140,590 miles on the clock, averaging 5,101 miles per year, 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 SB55 RYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,101 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 RYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SB55 RYT
What car is SB55 RYT?
SB55 RYT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB55 RYT?
The last recorded mileage for SB55 RYT was 140,590 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB55 RYT passed its MOT?
SB55 RYT has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2021.
Is SB55 RYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 RYT 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 RYT?
SB55 RYT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.