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 1900cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 168,287 miles on the clock, averaging 10,864 miles per year, above 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 UHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,287 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,651 |
| Average per year | 10,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 UHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CA05 UHM
What car is CA05 UHM?
CA05 UHM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CA05 UHM?
The last recorded mileage for CA05 UHM was 168,287 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA05 UHM passed its MOT?
CA05 UHM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.
Is CA05 UHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA05 UHM 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 UHM?
CA05 UHM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.