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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 2000cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 58,502 miles on the clock, averaging 1,614 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 SO55 THG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 593 |
| Average per year | 1,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SO55 THG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 THG
What car is SO55 THG?
SO55 THG is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO55 THG?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 THG was 58,502 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 THG passed its MOT?
SO55 THG has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2026.
Is SO55 THG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 THG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SO55 THG?
SO55 THG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.