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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 145,743 miles on the clock, averaging 10,843 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 FN05 EFM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,741 |
| Average per year | 10,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FN05 EFM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FN05 EFM
What car is FN05 EFM?
FN05 EFM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FN05 EFM?
The last recorded mileage for FN05 EFM was 145,743 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN05 EFM passed its MOT?
FN05 EFM has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2016.
Is FN05 EFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN05 EFM 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 FN05 EFM?
FN05 EFM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.