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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 137,028 miles on the clock, averaging 9,665 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 MW05 BND
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,908 |
| Average per year | 9,665 |
| 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 | MW05 BND |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MW05 BND
What car is MW05 BND?
MW05 BND is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 BND?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 BND was 137,028 miles, recorded on 9 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 BND passed its MOT?
MW05 BND has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2019.
Is MW05 BND ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 BND 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 MW05 BND?
MW05 BND is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.