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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 127,454 miles on the clock, averaging 6,235 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 MJ05 ARU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,454 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | MJ05 ARU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MJ05 ARU
What car is MJ05 ARU?
MJ05 ARU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ05 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ05 ARU was 127,454 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ05 ARU passed its MOT?
MJ05 ARU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2026.
Is MJ05 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ05 ARU 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 MJ05 ARU?
MJ05 ARU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.