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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 95,648 miles on the clock, averaging 9,440 miles per year, above 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 TYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 95,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,068 |
| Average per year | 9,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 TYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SY55 TYP
What car is SY55 TYP?
SY55 TYP is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY55 TYP?
The last recorded mileage for SY55 TYP was 95,648 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY55 TYP passed its MOT?
SY55 TYP has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jul 2016.
Is SY55 TYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 TYP 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 TYP?
SY55 TYP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.