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 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 206,084 miles on the clock, averaging 10,883 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 DC05 BZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 206,084 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,820 |
| Average per year | 10,883 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 BZG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 BZG
What car is DC05 BZG?
DC05 BZG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DC05 BZG?
The last recorded mileage for DC05 BZG was 206,084 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC05 BZG passed its MOT?
DC05 BZG has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2019.
Is DC05 BZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC05 BZG 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 BZG?
DC05 BZG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.