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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 151,037 miles on the clock, averaging 10,690 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 CU05 TZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,037 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,781 |
| Average per year | 10,690 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 TZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CU05 TZV
What car is CU05 TZV?
CU05 TZV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CU05 TZV?
The last recorded mileage for CU05 TZV was 151,037 miles, recorded on 22 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU05 TZV passed its MOT?
CU05 TZV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2017.
Is CU05 TZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU05 TZV 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 TZV?
CU05 TZV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.