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 1900cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 140,138 miles on the clock, averaging 6,895 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 FL05 UPB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,138 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FL05 UPB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FL05 UPB
What car is FL05 UPB?
FL05 UPB is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FL05 UPB?
The last recorded mileage for FL05 UPB was 140,138 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL05 UPB passed its MOT?
FL05 UPB has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2024.
Is FL05 UPB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL05 UPB 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 FL05 UPB?
FL05 UPB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.