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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 90,368 miles on the clock, averaging 7,778 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 CU05 DHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 90,368 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,923 |
| Average per year | 7,778 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | CU05 DHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CU05 DHM
What car is CU05 DHM?
CU05 DHM is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CU05 DHM?
The last recorded mileage for CU05 DHM was 90,368 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU05 DHM passed its MOT?
CU05 DHM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jun 2016.
Is CU05 DHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU05 DHM 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 CU05 DHM?
CU05 DHM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.