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 Petrol 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 123,660 miles on the clock, averaging 6,120 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for AE55 XMW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,660 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,857 |
| Average per year | 6,120 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE55 XMW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AE55 XMW
What car is AE55 XMW?
AE55 XMW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AE55 XMW?
The last recorded mileage for AE55 XMW was 123,660 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE55 XMW passed its MOT?
AE55 XMW has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2024.
Is AE55 XMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE55 XMW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE55 XMW?
AE55 XMW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.