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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 139,001 miles on the clock, averaging 11,093 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,320 |
| Average per year | 11,093 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 VAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 VAU
What car is SL05 VAU?
SL05 VAU is an beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 VAU was 139,001 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 VAU passed its MOT?
SL05 VAU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 30 Jul 2018.
Is SL05 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 VAU 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 VAU?
SL05 VAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.