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 Petrol 2000cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 173,752 miles on the clock, averaging 7,818 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SS55 MER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 173,752 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 7,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SS55 MER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SS — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SS55 MER
What car is SS55 MER?
SS55 MER is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of SS55 MER?
The last recorded mileage for SS55 MER was 173,752 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SS55 MER passed its MOT?
SS55 MER has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2026.
Is SS55 MER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SS55 MER is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SS55 MER?
SS55 MER is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.