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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 104,010 miles on the clock, averaging 9,661 miles per year, above 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 MT05 VGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,010 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,432 |
| Average per year | 9,661 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | MT05 VGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 VGC
What car is MT05 VGC?
MT05 VGC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT05 VGC?
The last recorded mileage for MT05 VGC was 104,010 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT05 VGC passed its MOT?
MT05 VGC has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2013.
Is MT05 VGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT05 VGC 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 VGC?
MT05 VGC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.