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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 77,014 miles on the clock, averaging 4,727 miles per year, well 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 GF05 ULD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,342 |
| Average per year | 4,727 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 ULD |
| 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 ULD
What car is GF05 ULD?
GF05 ULD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF05 ULD?
The last recorded mileage for GF05 ULD was 77,014 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF05 ULD passed its MOT?
GF05 ULD has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2017.
Is GF05 ULD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF05 ULD 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 ULD?
GF05 ULD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.