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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 141,693 miles on the clock, averaging 8,547 miles per year, around 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 VME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,686 |
| Average per year | 8,547 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MK55 VME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VME
What car is MK55 VME?
MK55 VME is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 VME?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 VME was 141,693 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 VME passed its MOT?
MK55 VME has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2020.
Is MK55 VME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 VME 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 VME?
MK55 VME is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.