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 1984cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 109,415 miles on the clock, averaging 7,511 miles per year, around 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 RY05 OHV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,415 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,314 |
| Average per year | 7,511 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RY05 OHV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RY05 OHV
What car is RY05 OHV?
RY05 OHV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 OHV?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 OHV was 109,415 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 OHV passed its MOT?
RY05 OHV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2016.
Is RY05 OHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 OHV 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 RY05 OHV?
RY05 OHV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.