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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 76,486 miles on the clock, averaging 8,011 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 CA05 DNF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 76,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,459 |
| Average per year | 8,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | CA05 DNF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CA05 DNF
What car is CA05 DNF?
CA05 DNF is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CA05 DNF?
The last recorded mileage for CA05 DNF was 76,486 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA05 DNF passed its MOT?
CA05 DNF has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2014.
Is CA05 DNF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA05 DNF 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 CA05 DNF?
CA05 DNF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.