The road tax status for GL55 EAE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for GL55 EAE?

The MOT for GL55 EAE is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of GL55 EAE?

The recorded mileage for GL55 EAE is 104,142 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is GL55 EAE ULEZ compliant?

No, GL55 EAE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · GL55 EAE

GL55 EAE

2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29/12/2005. Recorded mileage 104,142 miles. MOT valid until 19/09/2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2005 · Maidstone
MOT Status: Valid until 19/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 104,142 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 104,142 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1598cc

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GL55 EAE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/09/2025
104,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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GL55 EAE Mileage History

21/09/202390,689 mi
21/09/202390,689 mi
12/09/202497,115 mi+6,426 mi
11/09/2025104,142 mi+7,027 mi
11/09/2025104,142 mi

Average of roughly 6,812 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GL55 EAE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 10 Sept 2026, 03:21

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (GL55 EAE) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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