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 1900cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 193,204 miles on the clock, averaging 7,058 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 EDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 193,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,825 |
| Average per year | 7,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 EDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 EDU
What car is GD05 EDU?
GD05 EDU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 EDU?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 EDU was 193,204 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 EDU passed its MOT?
GD05 EDU has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Apr 2024.
Is GD05 EDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 EDU 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 EDU?
GD05 EDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.