The road tax status for RJ55 FTF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RJ55 FTF?

The MOT for RJ55 FTF is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RJ55 FTF?

The recorded mileage for RJ55 FTF is 178,733 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RJ55 FTF ULEZ compliant?

No, RJ55 FTF 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

MOT Valid

2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · RJ55 FTF

RJ55 FTF

2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 19/09/2005. Recorded mileage 178,733 miles. MOT valid until 30/04/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2005 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 30/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 178,733 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 30/04/2027

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Mileage: 178,733 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1896cc

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RJ55 FTF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2026
178,733 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (18 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

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RJ55 FTF Mileage History

07/10/2024164,901 mi
11/10/2024164,901 mi
09/10/2025178,560 mi+13,659 mi
02/05/2026178,733 mi+173 mi
02/05/2026178,733 mi

Average of roughly 8,834 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RJ55 FTF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 03:12

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (RJ55 FTF) between October 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 02 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (18 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 44 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 Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mou”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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