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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 140,984 miles on the clock, averaging 5,827 miles per year, below 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 NH05 DAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,260 |
| Average per year | 5,827 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | NH05 DAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NH05 DAO
What car is NH05 DAO?
NH05 DAO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NH05 DAO?
The last recorded mileage for NH05 DAO was 140,984 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH05 DAO passed its MOT?
NH05 DAO has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2022.
Is NH05 DAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH05 DAO 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 NH05 DAO?
NH05 DAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.