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 1400cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 98,716 miles on the clock, averaging 7,351 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RY55 CWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,716 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,800 |
| Average per year | 7,351 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY55 CWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 CWL
What car is RY55 CWL?
RY55 CWL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 CWL?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 CWL was 98,716 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 CWL passed its MOT?
RY55 CWL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Nov 2018.
Is RY55 CWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 CWL 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 RY55 CWL?
RY55 CWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.