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VO05 KXW

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 98,143 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for VO05 KXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,143
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading98,143 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for VO05 KXW 98k98k98k98k98k '08'08

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,143 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,141 miles

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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

RegistrationVO05 KXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About VO05 KXW

What car is VO05 KXW?

VO05 KXW is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.

What is the mileage of VO05 KXW?

The last recorded mileage for VO05 KXW was 98,143 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO05 KXW passed its MOT?

VO05 KXW has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Mar 2008.

Is VO05 KXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO05 KXW 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 VO05 KXW?

VO05 KXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.