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 Diesel 2000cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 188,535 miles on the clock, averaging 8,489 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RY55 USB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 188,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 8,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY55 USB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 USB
What car is RY55 USB?
RY55 USB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 USB?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 USB was 188,535 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 USB passed its MOT?
RY55 USB has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2023.
Is RY55 USB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 USB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RY55 USB?
RY55 USB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.