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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 163,802 miles on the clock, averaging 8,421 miles per year, around 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 UYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,107 |
| Average per year | 8,421 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 UYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 UYT
What car is DS05 UYT?
DS05 UYT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS05 UYT?
The last recorded mileage for DS05 UYT was 163,802 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS05 UYT passed its MOT?
DS05 UYT has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2023.
Is DS05 UYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS05 UYT 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 UYT?
DS05 UYT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.