Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
EO05 OSK

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 197,168 miles on the clock, averaging 9,932 miles per year, above 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 EO05 OSK

MOT Status
Due date passed
197,168
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,932

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading197,168 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,514
Average per year9,932
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO05 OSK 70k102k134k165k197k '08'21'15

Check EO05 OSK

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage197,168 miles
Since last MOT+4,514 miles
PASS
Mileage192,654 miles
Since last MOT+5,819 miles
PASS
Mileage186,835 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage186,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,239 miles
PASS
Mileage180,595 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,502 miles
Since last MOT+5,865 miles
PASS
Mileage174,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,637 miles
Since last MOT+5,992 miles
PASS
Mileage168,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,528 miles
PASS
Mileage164,117 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,083 miles
Since last MOT+6,008 miles
PASS
Mileage158,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,075 miles
Since last MOT+8,007 miles
PASS
Mileage150,068 miles
Since last MOT+15,838 miles
PASS
Mileage134,230 miles
Since last MOT+17,517 miles
PASS
Mileage116,713 miles
Since last MOT+17,004 miles
PASS
Mileage99,709 miles
Since last MOT+18,016 miles
PASS
Mileage81,693 miles
Since last MOT+11,707 miles
PASS
Mileage69,986 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

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

More EO05 O plates

Browse all EO05 O registrations from Chelmsford.

About EO05 OSK

What car is EO05 OSK?

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

What is the mileage of EO05 OSK?

The last recorded mileage for EO05 OSK was 197,168 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO05 OSK passed its MOT?

EO05 OSK has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 22 Jan 2021.

Is EO05 OSK ULEZ compliant?

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

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