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 2000cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 129,979 miles on the clock, averaging 9,828 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for WV05 XBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,979 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,689 |
| Average per year | 9,828 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WV05 XBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WV05 XBL
What car is WV05 XBL?
WV05 XBL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WV05 XBL?
The last recorded mileage for WV05 XBL was 129,979 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV05 XBL passed its MOT?
WV05 XBL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2018.
Is WV05 XBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 XBL 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 WV05 XBL?
WV05 XBL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.