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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 162,558 miles on the clock, averaging 12,866 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 NXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,669 |
| Average per year | 12,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 NXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 NXY
What car is GF05 NXY?
GF05 NXY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF05 NXY?
The last recorded mileage for GF05 NXY was 162,558 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF05 NXY passed its MOT?
GF05 NXY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2015.
Is GF05 NXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF05 NXY 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 NXY?
GF05 NXY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.