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 1984cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 219,719 miles on the clock, averaging 13,350 miles per year, above 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 RA05 WUK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 219,719 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,069 |
| Average per year | 13,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | RA05 WUK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 WUK
What car is RA05 WUK?
RA05 WUK is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 WUK?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 WUK was 219,719 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 WUK passed its MOT?
RA05 WUK has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2019.
Is RA05 WUK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 WUK 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 RA05 WUK?
RA05 WUK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.