Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 179,763 miles on the clock, averaging 10,659 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 WP05 FOT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,763 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,203 |
| Average per year | 10,659 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 FOT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 FOT
What car is WP05 FOT?
WP05 FOT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WP05 FOT?
The last recorded mileage for WP05 FOT was 179,763 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP05 FOT passed its MOT?
WP05 FOT has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Aug 2015.
Is WP05 FOT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP05 FOT 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 FOT?
WP05 FOT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.