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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 140,196 miles on the clock, averaging 8,117 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 SB05 EKR
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
About average| Latest reading | 140,196 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 8,117 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SB05 EKR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SB05 EKR
What car is SB05 EKR?
SB05 EKR is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 EKR?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 EKR was 140,196 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 EKR passed its MOT?
SB05 EKR has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2021.
Is SB05 EKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 EKR 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 SB05 EKR?
SB05 EKR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.