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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 86,736 miles on the clock, averaging 7,476 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 CX05 YXA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 86,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,476 |
| 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 | CX05 YXA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CX05 YXA
What car is CX05 YXA?
CX05 YXA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bangor in 2005.
What is the mileage of CX05 YXA?
The last recorded mileage for CX05 YXA was 86,736 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CX05 YXA passed its MOT?
CX05 YXA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2016.
Is CX05 YXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX05 YXA 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 CX05 YXA?
CX05 YXA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.