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 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 158,687 miles on the clock, averaging 6,939 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 MK55 DBO
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 | 158,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,939 |
| 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 | MK55 DBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MK55 DBO
What car is MK55 DBO?
MK55 DBO is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 DBO?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 DBO was 158,687 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 DBO passed its MOT?
MK55 DBO has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2024.
Is MK55 DBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 DBO 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 MK55 DBO?
MK55 DBO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.