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 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 229,739 miles on the clock, averaging 12,995 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 WD05 CZS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,739 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | WD05 CZS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WD05 CZS
What car is WD05 CZS?
WD05 CZS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.
What is the mileage of WD05 CZS?
The last recorded mileage for WD05 CZS was 229,739 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD05 CZS passed its MOT?
WD05 CZS has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2022.
Is WD05 CZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD05 CZS 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 WD05 CZS?
WD05 CZS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.