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 Petrol 2000cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 166,625 miles on the clock, averaging 10,714 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for BL05 GUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL05 GUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BL05 GUW
What car is BL05 GUW?
BL05 GUW is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL05 GUW?
The last recorded mileage for BL05 GUW was 166,625 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL05 GUW passed its MOT?
BL05 GUW has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2018.
Is BL05 GUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL05 GUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL05 GUW?
BL05 GUW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.