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 2000cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 165,073 miles on the clock, averaging 15,147 miles per year, above 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 DG05 SOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,073 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,100 |
| Average per year | 15,147 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DG05 SOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DG05 SOH
What car is DG05 SOH?
DG05 SOH is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 SOH?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 SOH was 165,073 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 SOH passed its MOT?
DG05 SOH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2016.
Is DG05 SOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 SOH 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 DG05 SOH?
DG05 SOH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.