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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 192,450 miles on the clock, averaging 18,413 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 HKX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,288 |
| Average per year | 18,413 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 HKX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 HKX
What car is MW05 HKX?
MW05 HKX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 HKX?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 HKX was 192,450 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 HKX passed its MOT?
MW05 HKX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2015.
Is MW05 HKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 HKX 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 HKX?
MW05 HKX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.