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 2000cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 104,317 miles on the clock, averaging 6,566 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 TDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,408 |
| Average per year | 6,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 TDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 TDU
What car is SL05 TDU?
SL05 TDU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 TDU?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 TDU was 104,317 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 TDU passed its MOT?
SL05 TDU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2017.
Is SL05 TDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 TDU 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 SL05 TDU?
SL05 TDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.