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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 241,478 miles on the clock, averaging 17,174 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 MF05 VSD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 241,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,030 |
| Average per year | 17,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | MF05 VSD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MF05 VSD
What car is MF05 VSD?
MF05 VSD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MF05 VSD?
The last recorded mileage for MF05 VSD was 241,478 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF05 VSD passed its MOT?
MF05 VSD has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2020.
Is MF05 VSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF05 VSD 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 MF05 VSD?
MF05 VSD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.