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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 165,157 miles on the clock, averaging 12,254 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 MZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,433 |
| Average per year | 12,254 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 MZX |
| 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 MZX
What car is VE55 MZX?
VE55 MZX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE55 MZX?
The last recorded mileage for VE55 MZX was 165,157 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE55 MZX passed its MOT?
VE55 MZX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2017.
Is VE55 MZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 MZX 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 MZX?
VE55 MZX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.