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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 81,850 miles on the clock, averaging 6,245 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MT55 VLK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,850 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,742 |
| Average per year | 6,245 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT55 VLK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 VLK
What car is MT55 VLK?
MT55 VLK is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 VLK?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 VLK was 81,850 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 VLK passed its MOT?
MT55 VLK has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2017.
Is MT55 VLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 VLK 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 MT55 VLK?
MT55 VLK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.