Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 131,151 miles on the clock, averaging 10,395 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 TLN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,845 |
| Average per year | 10,395 |
| 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 TLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 TLN
What car is DV05 TLN?
DV05 TLN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DV05 TLN?
The last recorded mileage for DV05 TLN was 131,151 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV05 TLN passed its MOT?
DV05 TLN has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jun 2019.
Is DV05 TLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV05 TLN 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 TLN?
DV05 TLN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.