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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 128,453 miles on the clock, averaging 7,735 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 FA05 LYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 115 |
| Average per year | 7,735 |
| 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 | FA05 LYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FA05 LYW
What car is FA05 LYW?
FA05 LYW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FA05 LYW?
The last recorded mileage for FA05 LYW was 128,453 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA05 LYW passed its MOT?
FA05 LYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2021.
Is FA05 LYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA05 LYW 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 FA05 LYW?
FA05 LYW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.