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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 163,918 miles on the clock, averaging 10,541 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RO05 MAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,017 |
| Average per year | 10,541 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO05 MAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RO05 MAR
What car is RO05 MAR?
RO05 MAR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO05 MAR?
The last recorded mileage for RO05 MAR was 163,918 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO05 MAR passed its MOT?
RO05 MAR has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2026.
Is RO05 MAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO05 MAR is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RO05 MAR?
RO05 MAR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.