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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 148,743 miles on the clock, averaging 6,047 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 AK55 EKT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 6,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AK55 EKT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 EKT
What car is AK55 EKT?
AK55 EKT is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 EKT?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 EKT was 148,743 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 EKT passed its MOT?
AK55 EKT has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is AK55 EKT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 EKT 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 EKT?
AK55 EKT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.