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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 141,392 miles on the clock, averaging 7,067 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 SY55 POP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,392 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,670 |
| Average per year | 7,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SY55 POP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SY55 POP
What car is SY55 POP?
SY55 POP is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY55 POP?
The last recorded mileage for SY55 POP was 141,392 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY55 POP passed its MOT?
SY55 POP has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is SY55 POP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 POP 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 SY55 POP?
SY55 POP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.