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 1984cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 177,340 miles on the clock, averaging 10,525 miles per year, above 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 RJ55 UZW
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
Above average| Latest reading | 177,340 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,835 |
| Average per year | 10,525 |
| 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 | RJ55 UZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RJ55 UZW
What car is RJ55 UZW?
RJ55 UZW is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RJ55 UZW?
The last recorded mileage for RJ55 UZW was 177,340 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ55 UZW passed its MOT?
RJ55 UZW has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2019.
Is RJ55 UZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 UZW 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 RJ55 UZW?
RJ55 UZW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.