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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 164,543 miles on the clock, averaging 13,613 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 WR55 NPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,088 |
| Average per year | 13,613 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 NPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 NPZ
What car is WR55 NPZ?
WR55 NPZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR55 NPZ?
The last recorded mileage for WR55 NPZ was 164,543 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR55 NPZ passed its MOT?
WR55 NPZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2017.
Is WR55 NPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 NPZ 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 NPZ?
WR55 NPZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.