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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 138,152 miles on the clock, averaging 7,017 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 DV05 BZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,017 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DV05 BZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DV05 BZA
What car is DV05 BZA?
DV05 BZA is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DV05 BZA?
The last recorded mileage for DV05 BZA was 138,152 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV05 BZA passed its MOT?
DV05 BZA has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2026.
Is DV05 BZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV05 BZA 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 DV05 BZA?
DV05 BZA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.