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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 175,872 miles on the clock, averaging 8,871 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 PO55 XTX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,871 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PO55 XTX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PO55 XTX
What car is PO55 XTX?
PO55 XTX is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PO55 XTX?
The last recorded mileage for PO55 XTX was 175,872 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO55 XTX passed its MOT?
PO55 XTX has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2023.
Is PO55 XTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO55 XTX 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 PO55 XTX?
PO55 XTX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.