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 1900cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 163,922 miles on the clock, averaging 8,076 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 VE55 GPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,922 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 8,076 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | VE55 GPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VE55 GPZ
What car is VE55 GPZ?
VE55 GPZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE55 GPZ?
The last recorded mileage for VE55 GPZ was 163,922 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE55 GPZ passed its MOT?
VE55 GPZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.
Is VE55 GPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 GPZ 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 VE55 GPZ?
VE55 GPZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.