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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 165,633 miles on the clock, averaging 11,237 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 EEN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,203 |
| Average per year | 11,237 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 EEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EEN
What car is SM55 EEN?
SM55 EEN is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 EEN?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 EEN was 165,633 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 EEN passed its MOT?
SM55 EEN has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 12 Jan 2019.
Is SM55 EEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 EEN 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 EEN?
SM55 EEN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.