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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 134,877 miles on the clock, averaging 10,519 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 RY05 WDJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,877 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,519 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 WDJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RY05 WDJ
What car is RY05 WDJ?
RY05 WDJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 WDJ?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 WDJ was 134,877 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 WDJ passed its MOT?
RY05 WDJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2016.
Is RY05 WDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 WDJ 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 WDJ?
RY05 WDJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.