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 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 102,232 miles on the clock, averaging 6,791 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SH55 VGG
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
Below average| Latest reading | 102,232 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,791 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH55 VGG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SH55 VGG
What car is SH55 VGG?
SH55 VGG is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH55 VGG?
The last recorded mileage for SH55 VGG was 102,232 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH55 VGG passed its MOT?
SH55 VGG has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2020.
Is SH55 VGG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 VGG 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 SH55 VGG?
SH55 VGG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.