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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 154,832 miles on the clock, averaging 12,700 miles per year, above 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 LR55 XPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 12,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LR55 XPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LR55 XPA
What car is LR55 XPA?
LR55 XPA is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR55 XPA?
The last recorded mileage for LR55 XPA was 154,832 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR55 XPA passed its MOT?
LR55 XPA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2018.
Is LR55 XPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 XPA 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 LR55 XPA?
LR55 XPA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.