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 2000cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 109,044 miles on the clock, averaging 8,128 miles per year, around 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 SM05 KYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,002 |
| Average per year | 8,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SM05 KYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 KYW
What car is SM05 KYW?
SM05 KYW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 KYW?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 KYW was 109,044 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 KYW passed its MOT?
SM05 KYW has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2017.
Is SM05 KYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 KYW 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 SM05 KYW?
SM05 KYW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.