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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 135,470 miles on the clock, averaging 7,519 miles per year, around 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 XHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,470 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,519 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 XHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 XHW
What car is MM05 XHW?
MM05 XHW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MM05 XHW?
The last recorded mileage for MM05 XHW was 135,470 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM05 XHW passed its MOT?
MM05 XHW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2022.
Is MM05 XHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM05 XHW 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 XHW?
MM05 XHW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.