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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 229,753 miles on the clock, averaging 16,095 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 YR05 OKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,262 |
| Average per year | 16,095 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | YR05 OKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YR05 OKZ
What car is YR05 OKZ?
YR05 OKZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR05 OKZ?
The last recorded mileage for YR05 OKZ was 229,753 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR05 OKZ passed its MOT?
YR05 OKZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is YR05 OKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR05 OKZ 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 YR05 OKZ?
YR05 OKZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.