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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 197,302 miles on the clock, averaging 11,182 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 NK05 VXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,302 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 34 |
| Average per year | 11,182 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | NK05 VXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NK05 VXZ
What car is NK05 VXZ?
NK05 VXZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NK05 VXZ?
The last recorded mileage for NK05 VXZ was 197,302 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK05 VXZ passed its MOT?
NK05 VXZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2022.
Is NK05 VXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK05 VXZ 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 NK05 VXZ?
NK05 VXZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.