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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 118,268 miles on the clock, averaging 9,469 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 DX05 GVM
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 | 118,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,469 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | DX05 GVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DX05 GVM
What car is DX05 GVM?
DX05 GVM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DX05 GVM?
The last recorded mileage for DX05 GVM was 118,268 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX05 GVM passed its MOT?
DX05 GVM has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2017.
Is DX05 GVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX05 GVM 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 DX05 GVM?
DX05 GVM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.