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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 154,896 miles on the clock, averaging 8,509 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 BK05 VLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,873 |
| Average per year | 8,509 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BK05 VLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 VLW
What car is BK05 VLW?
BK05 VLW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 VLW was 154,896 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 VLW passed its MOT?
BK05 VLW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 19 Mar 2019.
Is BK05 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 VLW 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 BK05 VLW?
BK05 VLW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.