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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 76,507 miles on the clock, averaging 7,685 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 CE05 YRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 76,507 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,339 |
| Average per year | 7,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CE05 YRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CE05 YRD
What car is CE05 YRD?
CE05 YRD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CE05 YRD?
The last recorded mileage for CE05 YRD was 76,507 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE05 YRD passed its MOT?
CE05 YRD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2016.
Is CE05 YRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE05 YRD 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 CE05 YRD?
CE05 YRD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.