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 Petrol 2000cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 93,700 miles on the clock, averaging 6,410 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for DY05 WDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,162 |
| Average per year | 6,410 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY05 WDS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 WDS
What car is DY05 WDS?
DY05 WDS is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DY05 WDS?
The last recorded mileage for DY05 WDS was 93,700 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY05 WDS passed its MOT?
DY05 WDS has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2018.
Is DY05 WDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 WDS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DY05 WDS?
DY05 WDS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.