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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 105,919 miles on the clock, averaging 5,568 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 RJ53 GBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,919 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RJ53 GBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 GBS
What car is RJ53 GBS?
RJ53 GBS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RJ53 GBS?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 GBS was 105,919 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 GBS passed its MOT?
RJ53 GBS has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2026.
Is RJ53 GBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 GBS 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 RJ53 GBS?
RJ53 GBS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.