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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 143,157 miles on the clock, averaging 8,254 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 SB05 EMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 157 |
| Average per year | 8,254 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SB05 EMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SB05 EMX
What car is SB05 EMX?
SB05 EMX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 EMX?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 EMX was 143,157 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 EMX passed its MOT?
SB05 EMX has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2023.
Is SB05 EMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 EMX 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 SB05 EMX?
SB05 EMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.