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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 171,163 miles on the clock, averaging 11,518 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 SO55 MWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 490 |
| Average per year | 11,518 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO55 MWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 MWL
What car is SO55 MWL?
SO55 MWL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO55 MWL?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 MWL was 171,163 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 MWL passed its MOT?
SO55 MWL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2021.
Is SO55 MWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 MWL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, 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 MWL?
SO55 MWL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.