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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 149,095 miles on the clock, averaging 8,252 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 DY05 UAS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,095 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,798 |
| Average per year | 8,252 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 UAS |
| 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 UAS
What car is DY05 UAS?
DY05 UAS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DY05 UAS?
The last recorded mileage for DY05 UAS was 149,095 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY05 UAS passed its MOT?
DY05 UAS has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2022.
Is DY05 UAS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 UAS 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 UAS?
DY05 UAS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.