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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 121,173 miles on the clock, averaging 9,089 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 FD05 BCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 9,089 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FD05 BCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FD05 BCO
What car is FD05 BCO?
FD05 BCO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FD05 BCO?
The last recorded mileage for FD05 BCO was 121,173 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD05 BCO passed its MOT?
FD05 BCO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2018.
Is FD05 BCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD05 BCO 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 FD05 BCO?
FD05 BCO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.