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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 134,826 miles on the clock, averaging 6,183 miles per year, below 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 GD05 ECW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,826 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,165 |
| Average per year | 6,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GD05 ECW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GD05 ECW
What car is GD05 ECW?
GD05 ECW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 ECW?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 ECW was 134,826 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 ECW passed its MOT?
GD05 ECW has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2021.
Is GD05 ECW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 ECW 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 GD05 ECW?
GD05 ECW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.