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 Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 83,353 miles on the clock, averaging 3,782 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for WR05 MBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WR05 MBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WR05 MBU
What car is WR05 MBU?
WR05 MBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 MBU?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 MBU was 83,353 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 MBU passed its MOT?
WR05 MBU has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2026.
Is WR05 MBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 MBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WR05 MBU?
WR05 MBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.