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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 183,735 miles on the clock, averaging 7,630 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BC05 OSN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 183,735 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,122 |
| Average per year | 7,630 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BC05 OSN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BC05 OSN
What car is BC05 OSN?
BC05 OSN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BC05 OSN?
The last recorded mileage for BC05 OSN was 183,735 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC05 OSN passed its MOT?
BC05 OSN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 19 Mar 2021.
Is BC05 OSN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC05 OSN 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 BC05 OSN?
BC05 OSN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.