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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 221,872 miles on the clock, averaging 13,596 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RJ55 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,042 |
| Average per year | 13,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ55 VAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RJ55 VAU
What car is RJ55 VAU?
RJ55 VAU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RJ55 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ55 VAU was 221,872 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ55 VAU passed its MOT?
RJ55 VAU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2020.
Is RJ55 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 VAU 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 RJ55 VAU?
RJ55 VAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.