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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 124,913 miles on the clock, averaging 7,872 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 HD05 RZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | HD05 RZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HD05 RZW
What car is HD05 RZW?
HD05 RZW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HD05 RZW?
The last recorded mileage for HD05 RZW was 124,913 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD05 RZW passed its MOT?
HD05 RZW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2019.
Is HD05 RZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD05 RZW 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 HD05 RZW?
HD05 RZW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.