Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 249,850 miles on the clock, averaging 13,731 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 VO05 XYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 249,850 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,638 |
| Average per year | 13,731 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | VO05 XYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About VO05 XYK
What car is VO05 XYK?
VO05 XYK is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VO05 XYK?
The last recorded mileage for VO05 XYK was 249,850 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO05 XYK passed its MOT?
VO05 XYK has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.
Is VO05 XYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO05 XYK 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 XYK?
VO05 XYK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.