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 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 85,795 miles on the clock, averaging 6,943 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for DF05 BCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,795 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,238 |
| Average per year | 6,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF05 BCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DF05 BCY
What car is DF05 BCY?
DF05 BCY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 BCY?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 BCY was 85,795 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 BCY passed its MOT?
DF05 BCY has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2017.
Is DF05 BCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF05 BCY 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 DF05 BCY?
DF05 BCY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.