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 1900cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 100,639 miles on the clock, averaging 4,691 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 WN55 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,639 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,917 |
| Average per year | 4,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | WN55 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WN — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WN55 RDU
What car is WN55 RDU?
WN55 RDU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WN55 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for WN55 RDU was 100,639 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WN55 RDU passed its MOT?
WN55 RDU has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is WN55 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN55 RDU 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 WN55 RDU?
WN55 RDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.