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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 107,647 miles on the clock, averaging 4,116 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 SY05 XDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 107,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,453 |
| Average per year | 4,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SY05 XDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SY05 XDF
What car is SY05 XDF?
SY05 XDF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY05 XDF?
The last recorded mileage for SY05 XDF was 107,647 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY05 XDF passed its MOT?
SY05 XDF has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is SY05 XDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 XDF 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 SY05 XDF?
SY05 XDF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.