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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 166,961 miles on the clock, averaging 7,170 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 DY05 UBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 166,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 UBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UBP
What car is DY05 UBP?
DY05 UBP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DY05 UBP?
The last recorded mileage for DY05 UBP was 166,961 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY05 UBP passed its MOT?
DY05 UBP has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2019.
Is DY05 UBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 UBP 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 UBP?
DY05 UBP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.