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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 73,589 miles on the clock, averaging 3,538 miles per year, well 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 FP05 SOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,589 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FP05 SOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FP05 SOU
What car is FP05 SOU?
FP05 SOU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FP05 SOU?
The last recorded mileage for FP05 SOU was 73,589 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP05 SOU passed its MOT?
FP05 SOU has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2025.
Is FP05 SOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP05 SOU 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 FP05 SOU?
FP05 SOU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.