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 Diesel 2000cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 147,960 miles on the clock, averaging 7,598 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SW55 PHV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,960 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,257 |
| Average per year | 7,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW55 PHV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SW55 PHV
What car is SW55 PHV?
SW55 PHV is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW55 PHV?
The last recorded mileage for SW55 PHV was 147,960 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW55 PHV passed its MOT?
SW55 PHV has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2023.
Is SW55 PHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW55 PHV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW55 PHV?
SW55 PHV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.