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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 183,536 miles on the clock, averaging 5,660 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 RK55 PPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 183,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,469 |
| Average per year | 5,660 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RK55 PPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RK55 PPX
What car is RK55 PPX?
RK55 PPX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK55 PPX?
The last recorded mileage for RK55 PPX was 183,536 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK55 PPX passed its MOT?
RK55 PPX has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2023.
Is RK55 PPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK55 PPX 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 RK55 PPX?
RK55 PPX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.