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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 137,818 miles on the clock, averaging 5,525 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 SH05 UWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,773 |
| Average per year | 5,525 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 UWG |
| 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 UWG
What car is SH05 UWG?
SH05 UWG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH05 UWG?
The last recorded mileage for SH05 UWG was 137,818 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH05 UWG passed its MOT?
SH05 UWG has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2024.
Is SH05 UWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH05 UWG 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 UWG?
SH05 UWG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.