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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 160,472 miles on the clock, averaging 11,127 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 NC05 TLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,972 |
| Average per year | 11,127 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 TLV |
| 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 TLV
What car is NC05 TLV?
NC05 TLV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC05 TLV?
The last recorded mileage for NC05 TLV was 160,472 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC05 TLV passed its MOT?
NC05 TLV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2020.
Is NC05 TLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC05 TLV 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 TLV?
NC05 TLV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.