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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 124,270 miles on the clock, averaging 6,940 miles per year, 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 BF05 NLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,940 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BF05 NLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BF05 NLJ
What car is BF05 NLJ?
BF05 NLJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF05 NLJ?
The last recorded mileage for BF05 NLJ was 124,270 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF05 NLJ passed its MOT?
BF05 NLJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2021.
Is BF05 NLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF05 NLJ 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 BF05 NLJ?
BF05 NLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.