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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 129,572 miles on the clock, averaging 8,381 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 VT55 ATO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 80 |
| Average per year | 8,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | VT55 ATO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VT — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VT55 ATO
What car is VT55 ATO?
VT55 ATO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VT55 ATO?
The last recorded mileage for VT55 ATO was 129,572 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VT55 ATO passed its MOT?
VT55 ATO has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2022.
Is VT55 ATO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VT55 ATO 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 VT55 ATO?
VT55 ATO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.