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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 47,375 miles on the clock, averaging 4,409 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 RN54 SYX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 47,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,971 |
| Average per year | 4,409 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RN54 SYX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 SYX
What car is RN54 SYX?
RN54 SYX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 SYX?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 SYX was 47,375 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 SYX passed its MOT?
RN54 SYX has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2017.
Is RN54 SYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 SYX 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 RN54 SYX?
RN54 SYX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.