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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 194,413 miles on the clock, averaging 7,364 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 FX05 XDG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 194,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,196 |
| Average per year | 7,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FX05 XDG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FX05 XDG
What car is FX05 XDG?
FX05 XDG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FX05 XDG?
The last recorded mileage for FX05 XDG was 194,413 miles, recorded on 20 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX05 XDG passed its MOT?
FX05 XDG has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 20 May 2021.
Is FX05 XDG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX05 XDG 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 FX05 XDG?
FX05 XDG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.