Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 150,913 miles on the clock, averaging 8,499 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 SH05 BUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 174 |
| Average per year | 8,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SH05 BUO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SH05 BUO
What car is SH05 BUO?
SH05 BUO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH05 BUO?
The last recorded mileage for SH05 BUO was 150,913 miles, recorded on 30 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH05 BUO passed its MOT?
SH05 BUO has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2023.
Is SH05 BUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH05 BUO 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 SH05 BUO?
SH05 BUO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.