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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 79,789 miles on the clock, averaging 4,881 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 BF55 EXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BF55 EXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BF55 EXS
What car is BF55 EXS?
BF55 EXS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF55 EXS?
The last recorded mileage for BF55 EXS was 79,789 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF55 EXS passed its MOT?
BF55 EXS has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2020.
Is BF55 EXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF55 EXS 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 BF55 EXS?
BF55 EXS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.