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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 160,143 miles on the clock, averaging 8,000 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 DA05 HTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 186 |
| Average per year | 8,000 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 HTU |
| 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 HTU
What car is DA05 HTU?
DA05 HTU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DA05 HTU?
The last recorded mileage for DA05 HTU was 160,143 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA05 HTU passed its MOT?
DA05 HTU has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2019.
Is DA05 HTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 HTU 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 HTU?
DA05 HTU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.