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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 163,280 miles on the clock, averaging 6,846 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 RY05 XND
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,881 |
| Average per year | 6,846 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RY05 XND |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XND
What car is RY05 XND?
RY05 XND is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 XND?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 XND was 163,280 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 XND passed its MOT?
RY05 XND has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2020.
Is RY05 XND ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 XND 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 XND?
RY05 XND is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.