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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 89,583 miles on the clock, averaging 5,589 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 RA55 TXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,583 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,954 |
| Average per year | 5,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RA55 TXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RA55 TXL
What car is RA55 TXL?
RA55 TXL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 TXL?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 TXL was 89,583 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 TXL passed its MOT?
RA55 TXL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2020.
Is RA55 TXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 TXL 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 RA55 TXL?
RA55 TXL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.