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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 154,900 miles on the clock, averaging 8,741 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV05 GCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,900 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,491 |
| Average per year | 8,741 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV05 GCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BV05 GCY
What car is BV05 GCY?
BV05 GCY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BV05 GCY?
The last recorded mileage for BV05 GCY was 154,900 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV05 GCY passed its MOT?
BV05 GCY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2019.
Is BV05 GCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV05 GCY 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 BV05 GCY?
BV05 GCY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.