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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 116,146 miles on the clock, averaging 8,922 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 NC05 OSD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,146 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,922 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | NC05 OSD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NC05 OSD
What car is NC05 OSD?
NC05 OSD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC05 OSD?
The last recorded mileage for NC05 OSD was 116,146 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC05 OSD passed its MOT?
NC05 OSD has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2019.
Is NC05 OSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC05 OSD 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 NC05 OSD?
NC05 OSD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.