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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 167,026 miles on the clock, averaging 8,660 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 HT05 BNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,882 |
| Average per year | 8,660 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | HT05 BNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HT05 BNU
What car is HT05 BNU?
HT05 BNU is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HT05 BNU?
The last recorded mileage for HT05 BNU was 167,026 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT05 BNU passed its MOT?
HT05 BNU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2022.
Is HT05 BNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT05 BNU 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 HT05 BNU?
HT05 BNU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.