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 1984cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 136,510 miles on the clock, averaging 6,137 miles per year, below 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 SL05 MFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,510 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 6,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | SL05 MFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 MFV
What car is SL05 MFV?
SL05 MFV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 MFV?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 MFV was 136,510 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 MFV passed its MOT?
SL05 MFV has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.
Is SL05 MFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 MFV 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 MFV?
SL05 MFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.