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 1900cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 120,743 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for DC05 BYZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 120,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DC05 BYZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 BYZ
What car is DC05 BYZ?
DC05 BYZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DC05 BYZ?
The last recorded mileage for DC05 BYZ was 120,743 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC05 BYZ passed its MOT?
DC05 BYZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2020.
Is DC05 BYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC05 BYZ 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 DC05 BYZ?
DC05 BYZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.