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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 83,803 miles on the clock, averaging 6,197 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 SF55 BEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,803 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,696 |
| Average per year | 6,197 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 BEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 BEY
What car is SF55 BEY?
SF55 BEY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SF55 BEY?
The last recorded mileage for SF55 BEY was 83,803 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF55 BEY passed its MOT?
SF55 BEY has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2018.
Is SF55 BEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF55 BEY 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 BEY?
SF55 BEY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.