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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 94,231 miles on the clock, averaging 9,453 miles per year, above 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 RV55 SXG
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
Above average| Latest reading | 94,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 110 |
| Average per year | 9,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RV55 SXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RV55 SXG
What car is RV55 SXG?
RV55 SXG is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RV55 SXG?
The last recorded mileage for RV55 SXG was 94,231 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV55 SXG passed its MOT?
RV55 SXG has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2015.
Is RV55 SXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV55 SXG 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 RV55 SXG?
RV55 SXG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.