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 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 96,563 miles on the clock, averaging 4,450 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BJ55 XCR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,450 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BJ55 XCR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BJ55 XCR
What car is BJ55 XCR?
BJ55 XCR is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BJ55 XCR?
The last recorded mileage for BJ55 XCR was 96,563 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ55 XCR passed its MOT?
BJ55 XCR has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2025.
Is BJ55 XCR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 XCR 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 BJ55 XCR?
BJ55 XCR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.