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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 139,359 miles on the clock, averaging 6,936 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 RE05 FKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 139,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,964 |
| Average per year | 6,936 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RE05 FKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RE05 FKV
What car is RE05 FKV?
RE05 FKV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 FKV?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 FKV was 139,359 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 FKV passed its MOT?
RE05 FKV has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Feb 2020.
Is RE05 FKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 FKV 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 RE05 FKV?
RE05 FKV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.