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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 239,809 miles on the clock, averaging 12,813 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 GF05 NBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 239,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,813 |
| 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 | GF05 NBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GF05 NBL
What car is GF05 NBL?
GF05 NBL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF05 NBL?
The last recorded mileage for GF05 NBL was 239,809 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF05 NBL passed its MOT?
GF05 NBL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2020.
Is GF05 NBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF05 NBL 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 GF05 NBL?
GF05 NBL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.