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 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 117,451 miles on the clock, averaging 8,077 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 SO05 VWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,331 |
| Average per year | 8,077 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SO05 VWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 VWG
What car is SO05 VWG?
SO05 VWG is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 VWG?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 VWG was 117,451 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 VWG passed its MOT?
SO05 VWG has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2019.
Is SO05 VWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 VWG 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 SO05 VWG?
SO05 VWG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.