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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 142,702 miles on the clock, averaging 5,879 miles per year, below 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 VPT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,702 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,502 |
| Average per year | 5,879 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MM05 VPT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VPT
What car is MM05 VPT?
MM05 VPT is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MM05 VPT?
The last recorded mileage for MM05 VPT was 142,702 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM05 VPT passed its MOT?
MM05 VPT has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Sep 2022.
Is MM05 VPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM05 VPT 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 VPT?
MM05 VPT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.