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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 199,175 miles on the clock, averaging 9,469 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 VE55 LXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,717 |
| Average per year | 9,469 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 LXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VE55 LXW
What car is VE55 LXW?
VE55 LXW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE55 LXW?
The last recorded mileage for VE55 LXW was 199,175 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE55 LXW passed its MOT?
VE55 LXW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2019.
Is VE55 LXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 LXW 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 LXW?
VE55 LXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.