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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 144,269 miles on the clock, averaging 7,778 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 WD55 VLT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 7,778 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 VLT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WD55 VLT
What car is WD55 VLT?
WD55 VLT is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2006.
What is the mileage of WD55 VLT?
The last recorded mileage for WD55 VLT was 144,269 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD55 VLT passed its MOT?
WD55 VLT has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2022.
Is WD55 VLT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD55 VLT 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 WD55 VLT?
WD55 VLT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.