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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 71,635 miles on the clock, averaging 4,819 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SY55 UVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,635 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,582 |
| Average per year | 4,819 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY55 UVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SY55 UVP
What car is SY55 UVP?
SY55 UVP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY55 UVP?
The last recorded mileage for SY55 UVP was 71,635 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY55 UVP passed its MOT?
SY55 UVP has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2020.
Is SY55 UVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 UVP 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 UVP?
SY55 UVP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.