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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 176,004 miles on the clock, averaging 9,729 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 WV05 YNZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,933 |
| Average per year | 9,729 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WV05 YNZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 YNZ
What car is WV05 YNZ?
WV05 YNZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WV05 YNZ?
The last recorded mileage for WV05 YNZ was 176,004 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV05 YNZ passed its MOT?
WV05 YNZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2021.
Is WV05 YNZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 YNZ 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 YNZ?
WV05 YNZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.