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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 27,309 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RA05 ULN
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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 ULN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 ULN
What car is RA05 ULN?
RA05 ULN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 ULN?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 ULN was 27,309 miles, recorded on 12 May 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 ULN passed its MOT?
RA05 ULN has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2008.
Is RA05 ULN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 ULN 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 ULN?
RA05 ULN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.