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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 117,724 miles on the clock, averaging 4,203 miles per year, well 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 SO05 UMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 117,724 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 743 |
| Average per year | 4,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SO05 UMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 UMS
What car is SO05 UMS?
SO05 UMS is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 UMS?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 UMS was 117,724 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 UMS passed its MOT?
SO05 UMS has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is SO05 UMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 UMS 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 SO05 UMS?
SO05 UMS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.