Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 87,531 miles on the clock, averaging 8,372 miles per year, around 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 SY55 VLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 87,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,840 |
| Average per year | 8,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SY55 VLS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SY55 VLS
What car is SY55 VLS?
SY55 VLS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY55 VLS?
The last recorded mileage for SY55 VLS was 87,531 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY55 VLS passed its MOT?
SY55 VLS has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2016.
Is SY55 VLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 VLS 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 SY55 VLS?
SY55 VLS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.