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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 142,805 miles on the clock, averaging 7,358 miles per year, below 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 DF05 KSK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,765 |
| Average per year | 7,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DF05 KSK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 KSK
What car is DF05 KSK?
DF05 KSK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 KSK?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 KSK was 142,805 miles, recorded on 3 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 KSK passed its MOT?
DF05 KSK has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2024.
Is DF05 KSK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF05 KSK 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 DF05 KSK?
DF05 KSK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.