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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 124,841 miles on the clock, averaging 8,164 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 MW05 AEU
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
About average| Latest reading | 124,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MW05 AEU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MW05 AEU
What car is MW05 AEU?
MW05 AEU is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 AEU?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 AEU was 124,841 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 AEU passed its MOT?
MW05 AEU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2021.
Is MW05 AEU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 AEU 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 MW05 AEU?
MW05 AEU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.