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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 187,947 miles on the clock, averaging 9,423 miles per year, above 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 WK55 XJP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,472 |
| Average per year | 9,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | WK55 XJP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WK — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WK55 XJP
What car is WK55 XJP?
WK55 XJP is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2005.
What is the mileage of WK55 XJP?
The last recorded mileage for WK55 XJP was 187,947 miles, recorded on 17 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WK55 XJP passed its MOT?
WK55 XJP has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2024.
Is WK55 XJP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK55 XJP 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 WK55 XJP?
WK55 XJP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.