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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 171,812 miles on the clock, averaging 7,967 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 MW05 WCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 171,812 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 725 |
| Average per year | 7,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 WCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 WCL
What car is MW05 WCL?
MW05 WCL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 WCL?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 WCL was 171,812 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 WCL passed its MOT?
MW05 WCL has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is MW05 WCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 WCL 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 WCL?
MW05 WCL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.