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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 96,274 miles on the clock, averaging 8,903 miles per year, around 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 GD05 EFB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 8,903 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GD05 EFB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 EFB
What car is GD05 EFB?
GD05 EFB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 EFB?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 EFB was 96,274 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 EFB passed its MOT?
GD05 EFB has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Mar 2016.
Is GD05 EFB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 EFB 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 GD05 EFB?
GD05 EFB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.