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EO05 CHX

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 27,294 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for EO05 CHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
27,294
Last Mileage
Recorded
1
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 1 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Check EO05 CHX

Full MOT Test History 1 test on record

PASS
Mileage27,294 miles

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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

RegistrationEO05 CHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EO05 CHX

What car is EO05 CHX?

EO05 CHX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO05 CHX?

The last recorded mileage for EO05 CHX was 27,294 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO05 CHX passed its MOT?

EO05 CHX has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2008.

Is EO05 CHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO05 CHX 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 EO05 CHX?

EO05 CHX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.