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 Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 149,420 miles on the clock, averaging 11,467 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RA05 VGX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,467 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA05 VGX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 VGX
What car is RA05 VGX?
RA05 VGX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 VGX?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 VGX was 149,420 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 VGX passed its MOT?
RA05 VGX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2019.
Is RA05 VGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 VGX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA05 VGX?
RA05 VGX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.