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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 100,407 miles on the clock, averaging 7,004 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 NZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,634 |
| Average per year | 7,004 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 NZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NH05 NZW
What car is NH05 NZW?
NH05 NZW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NH05 NZW?
The last recorded mileage for NH05 NZW was 100,407 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH05 NZW passed its MOT?
NH05 NZW has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 26 Jul 2021.
Is NH05 NZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH05 NZW 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 NZW?
NH05 NZW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.