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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 207,053 miles on the clock, averaging 9,238 miles per year, above 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 HN05 JRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 207,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | HN05 JRV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HN05 JRV
What car is HN05 JRV?
HN05 JRV is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HN05 JRV?
The last recorded mileage for HN05 JRV was 207,053 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HN05 JRV passed its MOT?
HN05 JRV has had 27 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (22 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.
Is HN05 JRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN05 JRV 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 HN05 JRV?
HN05 JRV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.