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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 213,321 miles on the clock, averaging 10,641 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 OY05 JOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 213,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,071 |
| Average per year | 10,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 JOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 JOA
What car is OY05 JOA?
OY05 JOA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 JOA?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 JOA was 213,321 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 JOA passed its MOT?
OY05 JOA has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 Dec 2021.
Is OY05 JOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 JOA 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 JOA?
OY05 JOA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.