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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 93,638 miles on the clock, averaging 4,562 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 BE52 ARE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | BE52 ARE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BE — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BE52 ARE
What car is BE52 ARE?
BE52 ARE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BE52 ARE?
The last recorded mileage for BE52 ARE was 93,638 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BE52 ARE passed its MOT?
BE52 ARE has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is BE52 ARE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BE52 ARE 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 BE52 ARE?
BE52 ARE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.