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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 171,830 miles on the clock, averaging 9,285 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 SF05 XRS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,830 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,551 |
| Average per year | 9,285 |
| 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 | SF05 XRS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SF05 XRS
What car is SF05 XRS?
SF05 XRS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SF05 XRS?
The last recorded mileage for SF05 XRS was 171,830 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF05 XRS passed its MOT?
SF05 XRS has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2022.
Is SF05 XRS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF05 XRS 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 SF05 XRS?
SF05 XRS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.