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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 141,873 miles on the clock, averaging 6,562 miles per year, 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 RN05 EGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,123 |
| Average per year | 6,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RN05 EGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RN05 EGZ
What car is RN05 EGZ?
RN05 EGZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN05 EGZ?
The last recorded mileage for RN05 EGZ was 141,873 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN05 EGZ passed its MOT?
RN05 EGZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2021.
Is RN05 EGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN05 EGZ 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 RN05 EGZ?
RN05 EGZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.