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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 125,641 miles on the clock, averaging 7,392 miles per year, 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 DM55 RAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,953 |
| Average per year | 7,392 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DM55 RAT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DM — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DM55 RAT
What car is DM55 RAT?
DM55 RAT is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DM55 RAT?
The last recorded mileage for DM55 RAT was 125,641 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DM55 RAT passed its MOT?
DM55 RAT has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2023.
Is DM55 RAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DM55 RAT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DM55 RAT?
DM55 RAT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.