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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 153,664 miles on the clock, averaging 10,585 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 SJ55 BSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,585 |
| 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 | SJ55 BSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SJ55 BSZ
What car is SJ55 BSZ?
SJ55 BSZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SJ55 BSZ?
The last recorded mileage for SJ55 BSZ was 153,664 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ55 BSZ passed its MOT?
SJ55 BSZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2019.
Is SJ55 BSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ55 BSZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SJ55 BSZ?
SJ55 BSZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.