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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 199,350 miles on the clock, averaging 9,170 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 DS05 ECX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,916 |
| Average per year | 9,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DS05 ECX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DS05 ECX
What car is DS05 ECX?
DS05 ECX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS05 ECX?
The last recorded mileage for DS05 ECX was 199,350 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS05 ECX passed its MOT?
DS05 ECX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2023.
Is DS05 ECX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS05 ECX 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 DS05 ECX?
DS05 ECX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.