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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 186,554 miles on the clock, averaging 10,781 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for AV05 UOB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,781 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV05 UOB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 UOB
What car is AV05 UOB?
AV05 UOB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 UOB?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 UOB was 186,554 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 UOB passed its MOT?
AV05 UOB has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2023.
Is AV05 UOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 UOB 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 AV05 UOB?
AV05 UOB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.