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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 90,961 miles on the clock, averaging 10,806 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 FWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,374 |
| Average per year | 10,806 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SM55 FWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 FWO
What car is SM55 FWO?
SM55 FWO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 FWO?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 FWO was 90,961 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 FWO passed its MOT?
SM55 FWO has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2014.
Is SM55 FWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 FWO 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 FWO?
SM55 FWO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.