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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 74,616 miles on the clock, averaging 1,693 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for VO05 BTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VO05 BTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About VO05 BTY
What car is VO05 BTY?
VO05 BTY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VO05 BTY?
The last recorded mileage for VO05 BTY was 74,616 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO05 BTY passed its MOT?
VO05 BTY has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.
Is VO05 BTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO05 BTY 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 VO05 BTY?
VO05 BTY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.