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 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 163,055 miles on the clock, averaging 9,328 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 SW55 EWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,055 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 9,328 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SW55 EWM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SW55 EWM
What car is SW55 EWM?
SW55 EWM is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW55 EWM?
The last recorded mileage for SW55 EWM was 163,055 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW55 EWM passed its MOT?
SW55 EWM has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2023.
Is SW55 EWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW55 EWM 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 SW55 EWM?
SW55 EWM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.