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 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 154,254 miles on the clock, averaging 8,950 miles per year, around 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 EF05 TZO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,254 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,950 |
| 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 | EF05 TZO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 TZO
What car is EF05 TZO?
EF05 TZO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 TZO?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 TZO was 154,254 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 TZO passed its MOT?
EF05 TZO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2019.
Is EF05 TZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 TZO 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 EF05 TZO?
EF05 TZO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.