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 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 88,848 miles on the clock, averaging 4,474 miles per year, well 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 FB05 JRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,848 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,044 |
| Average per year | 4,474 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FB05 JRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FB — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FB05 JRU
What car is FB05 JRU?
FB05 JRU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FB05 JRU?
The last recorded mileage for FB05 JRU was 88,848 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FB05 JRU passed its MOT?
FB05 JRU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is FB05 JRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FB05 JRU 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 FB05 JRU?
FB05 JRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.