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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 166,718 miles on the clock, averaging 9,743 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SY05 XWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,743 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY05 XWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 XWG
What car is SY05 XWG?
SY05 XWG is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY05 XWG?
The last recorded mileage for SY05 XWG was 166,718 miles, recorded on 20 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY05 XWG passed its MOT?
SY05 XWG has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2022.
Is SY05 XWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 XWG 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 SY05 XWG?
SY05 XWG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.