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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 134,697 miles on the clock, averaging 10,072 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 SH55 NHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,697 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SH55 NHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SH55 NHO
What car is SH55 NHO?
SH55 NHO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH55 NHO?
The last recorded mileage for SH55 NHO was 134,697 miles, recorded on 7 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH55 NHO passed its MOT?
SH55 NHO has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2019.
Is SH55 NHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 NHO 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 SH55 NHO?
SH55 NHO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.