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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 162,801 miles on the clock, averaging 6,524 miles per year, below 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 CP05 XXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 496 |
| Average per year | 6,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | CP05 XXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CP05 XXC
What car is CP05 XXC?
CP05 XXC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CP05 XXC?
The last recorded mileage for CP05 XXC was 162,801 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP05 XXC passed its MOT?
CP05 XXC has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2024.
Is CP05 XXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP05 XXC 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 CP05 XXC?
CP05 XXC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.