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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 183,033 miles on the clock, averaging 11,574 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 OX05 GRG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,033 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | OX05 GRG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OX — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OX05 GRG
What car is OX05 GRG?
OX05 GRG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OX05 GRG?
The last recorded mileage for OX05 GRG was 183,033 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OX05 GRG passed its MOT?
OX05 GRG has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is OX05 GRG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OX05 GRG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OX05 GRG?
OX05 GRG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.