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 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 166,230 miles on the clock, averaging 5,897 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 WR05 MVG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 166,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 5,897 |
| 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 | WR05 MVG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 MVG
What car is WR05 MVG?
WR05 MVG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 MVG?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 MVG was 166,230 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 MVG passed its MOT?
WR05 MVG has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2025.
Is WR05 MVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 MVG 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 WR05 MVG?
WR05 MVG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.