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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 176,945 miles on the clock, averaging 10,887 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 MM05 VPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,945 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,642 |
| Average per year | 10,887 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | MM05 VPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MM05 VPJ
What car is MM05 VPJ?
MM05 VPJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MM05 VPJ?
The last recorded mileage for MM05 VPJ was 176,945 miles, recorded on 27 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM05 VPJ passed its MOT?
MM05 VPJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2019.
Is MM05 VPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM05 VPJ 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 MM05 VPJ?
MM05 VPJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.