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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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 184,104 miles on the clock, averaging 10,952 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 PPO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 107 |
| Average per year | 10,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 PPO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SJ55 PPO
What car is SJ55 PPO?
SJ55 PPO is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SJ55 PPO?
The last recorded mileage for SJ55 PPO was 184,104 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ55 PPO passed its MOT?
SJ55 PPO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2019.
Is SJ55 PPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ55 PPO 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 SJ55 PPO?
SJ55 PPO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.