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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 150,382 miles on the clock, averaging 7,716 miles per year, around 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 RK05 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,432 |
| Average per year | 7,716 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RK05 ORU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RK05 ORU
What car is RK05 ORU?
RK05 ORU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK05 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for RK05 ORU was 150,382 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK05 ORU passed its MOT?
RK05 ORU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2022.
Is RK05 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK05 ORU 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 RK05 ORU?
RK05 ORU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.