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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 124,743 miles on the clock, averaging 6,250 miles per year, below 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 GL54 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,003 |
| Average per year | 6,250 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL54 VBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 VBV
What car is GL54 VBV?
GL54 VBV is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 VBV was 124,743 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 VBV passed its MOT?
GL54 VBV has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2020.
Is GL54 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 VBV 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 GL54 VBV?
GL54 VBV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.