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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 114,966 miles on the clock, averaging 8,144 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SO55 CRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,472 |
| Average per year | 8,144 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO55 CRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 CRO
What car is SO55 CRO?
SO55 CRO is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.
What is the mileage of SO55 CRO?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 CRO was 114,966 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 CRO passed its MOT?
SO55 CRO has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is SO55 CRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 CRO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO55 CRO?
SO55 CRO is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.