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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 46,489 miles on the clock, averaging 2,084 miles per year, well below 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 SDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 693 |
| Average per year | 2,084 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 SDS |
| 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 SDS
What car is SS55 SDS?
SS55 SDS is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of SS55 SDS?
The last recorded mileage for SS55 SDS was 46,489 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SS55 SDS passed its MOT?
SS55 SDS has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Aug 2025.
Is SS55 SDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SS55 SDS 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 SDS?
SS55 SDS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.