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 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 53,953 miles on the clock, averaging 5,310 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 SW05 VGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 53,953 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,791 |
| Average per year | 5,310 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SW05 VGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SW05 VGO
What car is SW05 VGO?
SW05 VGO is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW05 VGO?
The last recorded mileage for SW05 VGO was 53,953 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW05 VGO passed its MOT?
SW05 VGO has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2016.
Is SW05 VGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 VGO 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 VGO?
SW05 VGO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.