Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 133,111 miles on the clock, averaging 12,700 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 DV05 HRA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,917 |
| Average per year | 12,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 HRA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 HRA
What car is DV05 HRA?
DV05 HRA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DV05 HRA?
The last recorded mileage for DV05 HRA was 133,111 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV05 HRA passed its MOT?
DV05 HRA has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2017.
Is DV05 HRA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV05 HRA 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 HRA?
DV05 HRA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.