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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 103,877 miles on the clock, averaging 6,823 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SB55 AKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,877 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 97 |
| Average per year | 6,823 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB55 AKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SB55 AKU
What car is SB55 AKU?
SB55 AKU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB55 AKU?
The last recorded mileage for SB55 AKU was 103,877 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB55 AKU passed its MOT?
SB55 AKU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2021.
Is SB55 AKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 AKU 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 SB55 AKU?
SB55 AKU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.