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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 179,447 miles on the clock, averaging 8,349 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 VF55 XLO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,447 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,349 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | VF55 XLO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VF — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VF55 XLO
What car is VF55 XLO?
VF55 XLO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VF55 XLO?
The last recorded mileage for VF55 XLO was 179,447 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VF55 XLO passed its MOT?
VF55 XLO has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2024.
Is VF55 XLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VF55 XLO 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 VF55 XLO?
VF55 XLO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.