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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 115,044 miles on the clock, averaging 7,144 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 SD55 XGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,360 |
| Average per year | 7,144 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SD55 XGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SD55 XGL
What car is SD55 XGL?
SD55 XGL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD55 XGL?
The last recorded mileage for SD55 XGL was 115,044 miles, recorded on 1 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD55 XGL passed its MOT?
SD55 XGL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2019.
Is SD55 XGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD55 XGL 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 SD55 XGL?
SD55 XGL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.