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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 172,107 miles on the clock, averaging 10,206 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 WF05 XCR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,892 |
| Average per year | 10,206 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WF05 XCR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WF05 XCR
What car is WF05 XCR?
WF05 XCR is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.
What is the mileage of WF05 XCR?
The last recorded mileage for WF05 XCR was 172,107 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF05 XCR passed its MOT?
WF05 XCR has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2021.
Is WF05 XCR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 XCR 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 WF05 XCR?
WF05 XCR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.