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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 139,099 miles on the clock, averaging 7,944 miles per year, around 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 XWH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,781 |
| Average per year | 7,944 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FN05 XWH |
| 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 XWH
What car is FN05 XWH?
FN05 XWH is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FN05 XWH?
The last recorded mileage for FN05 XWH was 139,099 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN05 XWH passed its MOT?
FN05 XWH has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2022.
Is FN05 XWH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN05 XWH 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 XWH?
FN05 XWH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.