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 1900cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 176,300 miles on the clock, averaging 12,404 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 MB05 OWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,837 |
| Average per year | 12,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MB05 OWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MB — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MB05 OWL
What car is MB05 OWL?
MB05 OWL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MB05 OWL?
The last recorded mileage for MB05 OWL was 176,300 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MB05 OWL passed its MOT?
MB05 OWL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2020.
Is MB05 OWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MB05 OWL 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 MB05 OWL?
MB05 OWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.