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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 174,270 miles on the clock, averaging 8,650 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 FY55 MVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 174,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 299 |
| Average per year | 8,650 |
| 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 | FY55 MVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FY55 MVW
What car is FY55 MVW?
FY55 MVW is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY55 MVW?
The last recorded mileage for FY55 MVW was 174,270 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY55 MVW passed its MOT?
FY55 MVW has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2024.
Is FY55 MVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 MVW 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 FY55 MVW?
FY55 MVW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.