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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 113,504 miles on the clock, averaging 7,111 miles per year, below 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 SP55 OBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,417 |
| Average per year | 7,111 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SP55 OBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SP55 OBS
What car is SP55 OBS?
SP55 OBS is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of SP55 OBS?
The last recorded mileage for SP55 OBS was 113,504 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP55 OBS passed its MOT?
SP55 OBS has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2022.
Is SP55 OBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP55 OBS 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 SP55 OBS?
SP55 OBS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.