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 1900cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RA05 DVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 13,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RA05 DVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 DVW
What car is RA05 DVW?
RA05 DVW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
Has RA05 DVW passed its MOT?
RA05 DVW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2017.
Is RA05 DVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 DVW 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 RA05 DVW?
RA05 DVW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.