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 2000cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 133,155 miles on the clock, averaging 8,018 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RA55 UPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,112 |
| Average per year | 8,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA55 UPD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 UPD
What car is RA55 UPD?
RA55 UPD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 UPD?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 UPD was 133,155 miles, recorded on 13 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 UPD passed its MOT?
RA55 UPD has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2022.
Is RA55 UPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 UPD 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 RA55 UPD?
RA55 UPD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.