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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 130,802 miles on the clock, averaging 10,530 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 WR05 PNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 PNL |
| 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 PNL
What car is WR05 PNL?
WR05 PNL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 PNL?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 PNL was 130,802 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 PNL passed its MOT?
WR05 PNL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2015.
Is WR05 PNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 PNL 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 PNL?
WR05 PNL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.