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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 119,291 miles on the clock, averaging 6,068 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 FY05 VAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 6,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FY05 VAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FY05 VAF
What car is FY05 VAF?
FY05 VAF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY05 VAF?
The last recorded mileage for FY05 VAF was 119,291 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY05 VAF passed its MOT?
FY05 VAF has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Aug 2022.
Is FY05 VAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY05 VAF 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 FY05 VAF?
FY05 VAF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.