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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 146,244 miles on the clock, averaging 7,724 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 SF55 BBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,244 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,123 |
| Average per year | 7,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SF55 BBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SF55 BBM
What car is SF55 BBM?
SF55 BBM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SF55 BBM?
The last recorded mileage for SF55 BBM was 146,244 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF55 BBM passed its MOT?
SF55 BBM has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2025.
Is SF55 BBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF55 BBM 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 SF55 BBM?
SF55 BBM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.