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 2018 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 42,467 miles on the clock, averaging 5,606 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for HW05 LEG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 42,467 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,454 |
| Average per year | 5,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW05 LEG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HW05 LEG
What car is HW05 LEG?
HW05 LEG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2018.
What is the mileage of HW05 LEG?
The last recorded mileage for HW05 LEG was 42,467 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW05 LEG passed its MOT?
HW05 LEG has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is HW05 LEG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW05 LEG is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is HW05 LEG?
HW05 LEG is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.