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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 177,027 miles on the clock, averaging 7,959 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 WR55 DHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,027 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,037 |
| Average per year | 7,959 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | WR55 DHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About WR55 DHX
What car is WR55 DHX?
WR55 DHX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR55 DHX?
The last recorded mileage for WR55 DHX was 177,027 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR55 DHX passed its MOT?
WR55 DHX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2019.
Is WR55 DHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 DHX 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 WR55 DHX?
WR55 DHX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.