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 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 114,799 miles on the clock, averaging 3,486 miles per year, well 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 AV55 XYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 114,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,594 |
| Average per year | 3,486 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AV55 XYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AV55 XYG
What car is AV55 XYG?
AV55 XYG is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV55 XYG?
The last recorded mileage for AV55 XYG was 114,799 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV55 XYG passed its MOT?
AV55 XYG has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2018.
Is AV55 XYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 XYG 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 AV55 XYG?
AV55 XYG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.