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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 267,037 miles on the clock, averaging 19,901 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 FM05 AET
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 267,037 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 108,270 |
| Average per year | 19,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FM05 AET |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FM05 AET
What car is FM05 AET?
FM05 AET is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM05 AET?
The last recorded mileage for FM05 AET was 267,037 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM05 AET passed its MOT?
FM05 AET has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2020.
Is FM05 AET ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 AET 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 FM05 AET?
FM05 AET is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.