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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 98,942 miles on the clock, averaging 5,391 miles per year, 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 SP55 OBT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SP55 OBT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SP55 OBT
What car is SP55 OBT?
SP55 OBT is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of SP55 OBT?
The last recorded mileage for SP55 OBT was 98,942 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP55 OBT passed its MOT?
SP55 OBT has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2024.
Is SP55 OBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP55 OBT 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 SP55 OBT?
SP55 OBT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.