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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 129,203 miles on the clock, averaging 8,511 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 VX55 UXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,203 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,110 |
| Average per year | 8,511 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | VX55 UXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VX55 UXE
What car is VX55 UXE?
VX55 UXE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VX55 UXE?
The last recorded mileage for VX55 UXE was 129,203 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX55 UXE passed its MOT?
VX55 UXE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2019.
Is VX55 UXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX55 UXE 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 VX55 UXE?
VX55 UXE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.