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 1900cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 84,603 miles on the clock, averaging 3,289 miles per year, well below 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 PDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,909 |
| Average per year | 3,289 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 PDX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BC05 PDX
What car is BC05 PDX?
BC05 PDX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BC05 PDX?
The last recorded mileage for BC05 PDX was 84,603 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC05 PDX passed its MOT?
BC05 PDX has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2014.
Is BC05 PDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC05 PDX 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 PDX?
BC05 PDX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.