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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 99,276 miles on the clock, averaging 7,818 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 SM55 AXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,886 |
| Average per year | 7,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM55 AXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 AXW
What car is SM55 AXW?
SM55 AXW is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 AXW?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 AXW was 99,276 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 AXW passed its MOT?
SM55 AXW has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 26 Oct 2018.
Is SM55 AXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 AXW 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 SM55 AXW?
SM55 AXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.