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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 74,459 miles on the clock, averaging 3,579 miles per year, well below 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 RY55 KSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,579 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RY55 KSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 KSV
What car is RY55 KSV?
RY55 KSV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 KSV?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 KSV was 74,459 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 KSV passed its MOT?
RY55 KSV has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2015.
Is RY55 KSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 KSV 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 KSV?
RY55 KSV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.