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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 147,333 miles on the clock, averaging 7,320 miles per year, below 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 WP05 DXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,715 |
| Average per year | 7,320 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | WP05 DXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WP05 DXW
What car is WP05 DXW?
WP05 DXW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WP05 DXW?
The last recorded mileage for WP05 DXW was 147,333 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP05 DXW passed its MOT?
WP05 DXW has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2024.
Is WP05 DXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP05 DXW 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 WP05 DXW?
WP05 DXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.