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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 108,263 miles on the clock, averaging 5,277 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MA05 FMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA05 FMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MA05 FMU
What car is MA05 FMU?
MA05 FMU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MA05 FMU?
The last recorded mileage for MA05 FMU was 108,263 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA05 FMU passed its MOT?
MA05 FMU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2022.
Is MA05 FMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA05 FMU 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 MA05 FMU?
MA05 FMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.