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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 88,107 miles on the clock, averaging 6,218 miles per year, 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 OW55 RNV
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
Below average| Latest reading | 88,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,365 |
| Average per year | 6,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | OW55 RNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OW55 RNV
What car is OW55 RNV?
OW55 RNV is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OW55 RNV?
The last recorded mileage for OW55 RNV was 88,107 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW55 RNV passed its MOT?
OW55 RNV has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.
Is OW55 RNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW55 RNV 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 OW55 RNV?
OW55 RNV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.