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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 178,490 miles on the clock, averaging 14,062 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 DA05 FDK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,490 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,062 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DA05 FDK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DA05 FDK
What car is DA05 FDK?
DA05 FDK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DA05 FDK?
The last recorded mileage for DA05 FDK was 178,490 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA05 FDK passed its MOT?
DA05 FDK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2018.
Is DA05 FDK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 FDK 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 DA05 FDK?
DA05 FDK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.