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 1600cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 165,182 miles on the clock, averaging 9,369 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL55 LDY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,182 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,103 |
| Average per year | 9,369 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL55 LDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 LDY
What car is BL55 LDY?
BL55 LDY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 LDY?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 LDY was 165,182 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 LDY passed its MOT?
BL55 LDY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2022.
Is BL55 LDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 LDY 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 BL55 LDY?
BL55 LDY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.