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 Diesel 2000cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 137,730 miles on the clock, averaging 9,744 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 VAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,342 |
| Average per year | 9,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 VAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 VAJ
What car is SL05 VAJ?
SL05 VAJ is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 VAJ?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 VAJ was 137,730 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 VAJ passed its MOT?
SL05 VAJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2020.
Is SL05 VAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 VAJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL05 VAJ?
SL05 VAJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.