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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 64,449 miles on the clock, averaging 4,649 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 SW05 BFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 111 |
| Average per year | 4,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SW05 BFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SW05 BFY
What car is SW05 BFY?
SW05 BFY is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW05 BFY?
The last recorded mileage for SW05 BFY was 64,449 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW05 BFY passed its MOT?
SW05 BFY has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2016.
Is SW05 BFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 BFY 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 SW05 BFY?
SW05 BFY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.