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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 170,669 miles on the clock, averaging 15,563 miles per year, above 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 HFV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,298 |
| Average per year | 15,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 HFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 HFV
What car is GD05 HFV?
GD05 HFV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 HFV?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 HFV was 170,669 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 HFV passed its MOT?
GD05 HFV has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Sep 2012.
Is GD05 HFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 HFV 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 HFV?
GD05 HFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.