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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 119,707 miles on the clock, averaging 9,714 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 SM55 DHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,707 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 DHC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 DHC
What car is SM55 DHC?
SM55 DHC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 DHC was 119,707 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 DHC passed its MOT?
SM55 DHC has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2017.
Is SM55 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 DHC 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 DHC?
SM55 DHC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.