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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AP05 ORK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 199,246 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,215 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AP05 ORK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AP05 ORK
What car is AP05 ORK?
AP05 ORK is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
Has AP05 ORK passed its MOT?
AP05 ORK has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2026.
Is AP05 ORK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP05 ORK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AP05 ORK?
AP05 ORK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.