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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 198,683 miles on the clock, averaging 10,062 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 TXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,624 |
| Average per year | 10,062 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 TXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 TXX
What car is FM05 TXX?
FM05 TXX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM05 TXX?
The last recorded mileage for FM05 TXX was 198,683 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM05 TXX passed its MOT?
FM05 TXX has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2024.
Is FM05 TXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 TXX 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 TXX?
FM05 TXX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.