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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 131,155 miles on the clock, averaging 6,502 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 RF55 OBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,661 |
| Average per year | 6,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RF55 OBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RF55 OBP
What car is RF55 OBP?
RF55 OBP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RF55 OBP?
The last recorded mileage for RF55 OBP was 131,155 miles, recorded on 30 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF55 OBP passed its MOT?
RF55 OBP has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2019.
Is RF55 OBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF55 OBP 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 RF55 OBP?
RF55 OBP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.