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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 160,438 miles on the clock, averaging 6,389 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 FM05 YTZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,438 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,878 |
| Average per year | 6,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 YTZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YTZ
What car is FM05 YTZ?
FM05 YTZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM05 YTZ?
The last recorded mileage for FM05 YTZ was 160,438 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM05 YTZ passed its MOT?
FM05 YTZ has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is FM05 YTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 YTZ 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 YTZ?
FM05 YTZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.