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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 198,706 miles on the clock, averaging 9,370 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 OE05 AAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 9,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | OE05 AAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OE05 AAK
What car is OE05 AAK?
OE05 AAK is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OE05 AAK?
The last recorded mileage for OE05 AAK was 198,706 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE05 AAK passed its MOT?
OE05 AAK has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2025.
Is OE05 AAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE05 AAK 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 OE05 AAK?
OE05 AAK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.