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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 97,957 miles on the clock, averaging 8,891 miles per year, around 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 BWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 97,957 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,345 |
| Average per year | 8,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 BWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 BWY
What car is DF05 BWY?
DF05 BWY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 BWY?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 BWY was 97,957 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 BWY passed its MOT?
DF05 BWY has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2016.
Is DF05 BWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF05 BWY 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 BWY?
DF05 BWY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.