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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 88,547 miles on the clock, averaging 4,899 miles per year, well below 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 WD55 GSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,547 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,615 |
| Average per year | 4,899 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | WD55 GSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WD55 GSO
What car is WD55 GSO?
WD55 GSO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.
What is the mileage of WD55 GSO?
The last recorded mileage for WD55 GSO was 88,547 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD55 GSO passed its MOT?
WD55 GSO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2019.
Is WD55 GSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD55 GSO 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 WD55 GSO?
WD55 GSO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.