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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 65,649 miles on the clock, averaging 6,774 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 GP05 DWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 6,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GP05 DWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GP05 DWL
What car is GP05 DWL?
GP05 DWL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 DWL?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 DWL was 65,649 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 DWL passed its MOT?
GP05 DWL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2017.
Is GP05 DWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 DWL 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 GP05 DWL?
GP05 DWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.