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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 197,536 miles on the clock, averaging 8,774 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 GP55 VVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | GP55 VVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GP55 VVA
What car is GP55 VVA?
GP55 VVA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP55 VVA?
The last recorded mileage for GP55 VVA was 197,536 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP55 VVA passed its MOT?
GP55 VVA has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2024.
Is GP55 VVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP55 VVA 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 GP55 VVA?
GP55 VVA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.