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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 195,952 miles on the clock, averaging 14,630 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MT05 JGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,531 |
| Average per year | 14,630 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT05 JGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MT05 JGU
What car is MT05 JGU?
MT05 JGU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT05 JGU?
The last recorded mileage for MT05 JGU was 195,952 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT05 JGU passed its MOT?
MT05 JGU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2019.
Is MT05 JGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT05 JGU 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 MT05 JGU?
MT05 JGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.