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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 84,907 miles on the clock, averaging 19,074 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 RY05 FFH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 84,907 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,548 |
| Average per year | 19,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | RY05 FFH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RY05 FFH
What car is RY05 FFH?
RY05 FFH is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 FFH?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 FFH was 84,907 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 FFH passed its MOT?
RY05 FFH has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jun 2009.
Is RY05 FFH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 FFH 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 RY05 FFH?
RY05 FFH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.