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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 66,494 miles on the clock, averaging 3,375 miles per year, well below 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 OA05 JAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,138 |
| Average per year | 3,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | OA05 JAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OA — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OA05 JAR
What car is OA05 JAR?
OA05 JAR is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OA05 JAR?
The last recorded mileage for OA05 JAR was 66,494 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OA05 JAR passed its MOT?
OA05 JAR has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is OA05 JAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OA05 JAR 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 OA05 JAR?
OA05 JAR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.