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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 94,541 miles on the clock, averaging 6,218 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 HFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,367 |
| Average per year | 6,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 HFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 HFE
What car is SL05 HFE?
SL05 HFE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 HFE?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 HFE was 94,541 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 HFE passed its MOT?
SL05 HFE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Aug 2017.
Is SL05 HFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 HFE 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 SL05 HFE?
SL05 HFE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.