Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 159,970 miles on the clock, averaging 9,222 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 SL05 WTP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,970 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,781 |
| Average per year | 9,222 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SL05 WTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 WTP
What car is SL05 WTP?
SL05 WTP is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 WTP?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 WTP was 159,970 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 WTP passed its MOT?
SL05 WTP has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2022.
Is SL05 WTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 WTP 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 WTP?
SL05 WTP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.