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 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 74,390 miles on the clock, averaging 2,916 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for AK55 AWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,390 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,521 |
| Average per year | 2,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK55 AWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 AWU
What car is AK55 AWU?
AK55 AWU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 AWU?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 AWU was 74,390 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 AWU passed its MOT?
AK55 AWU has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.
Is AK55 AWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 AWU 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 AK55 AWU?
AK55 AWU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.