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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 78,360 miles on the clock, averaging 2,761 miles per year, well 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 OY05 DGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,761 |
| 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 | OY05 DGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OY05 DGE
What car is OY05 DGE?
OY05 DGE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 DGE?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 DGE was 78,360 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 DGE passed its MOT?
OY05 DGE has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2023.
Is OY05 DGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 DGE 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 OY05 DGE?
OY05 DGE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.