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 Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 108,070 miles on the clock, averaging 5,758 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for DC05 BTV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,070 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,427 |
| Average per year | 5,758 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC05 BTV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DC05 BTV
What car is DC05 BTV?
DC05 BTV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DC05 BTV?
The last recorded mileage for DC05 BTV was 108,070 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC05 BTV passed its MOT?
DC05 BTV has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2022.
Is DC05 BTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC05 BTV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC05 BTV?
DC05 BTV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.