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 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 118,951 miles on the clock, averaging 4,983 miles per year, well 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 DY05 AZO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,020 |
| Average per year | 4,983 |
| 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 | DY05 AZO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DY05 AZO
What car is DY05 AZO?
DY05 AZO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DY05 AZO?
The last recorded mileage for DY05 AZO was 118,951 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY05 AZO passed its MOT?
DY05 AZO has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 6 Feb 2024.
Is DY05 AZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 AZO 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 DY05 AZO?
DY05 AZO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.