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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 145,784 miles on the clock, averaging 8,739 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 BF05 WDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,739 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 WDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 WDU
What car is BF05 WDU?
BF05 WDU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF05 WDU?
The last recorded mileage for BF05 WDU was 145,784 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF05 WDU passed its MOT?
BF05 WDU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2021.
Is BF05 WDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF05 WDU 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 WDU?
BF05 WDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.