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 1985cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 104,514 miles on the clock, averaging 2,629 miles per year, well 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 RL05 YDP
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 104,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RL05 YDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1985cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RL05 YDP
What car is RL05 YDP?
RL05 YDP is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1985cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL05 YDP?
The last recorded mileage for RL05 YDP was 104,514 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL05 YDP passed its MOT?
RL05 YDP has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2026.
Is RL05 YDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL05 YDP 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 RL05 YDP?
RL05 YDP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.