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 1600cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 94,991 miles on the clock, averaging 3,886 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HW55 GLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 3,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW55 GLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| 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 GLY
What car is HW55 GLY?
HW55 GLY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW55 GLY?
The last recorded mileage for HW55 GLY was 94,991 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW55 GLY passed its MOT?
HW55 GLY has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is HW55 GLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW55 GLY 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 GLY?
HW55 GLY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.