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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 129,259 miles on the clock, averaging 5,277 miles per year, 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 HW55 EKK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,259 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,596 |
| Average per year | 5,277 |
| 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 | HW55 EKK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HW55 EKK
What car is HW55 EKK?
HW55 EKK is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW55 EKK?
The last recorded mileage for HW55 EKK was 129,259 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW55 EKK passed its MOT?
HW55 EKK has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is HW55 EKK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW55 EKK 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 HW55 EKK?
HW55 EKK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.