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 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 90,922 miles on the clock, averaging 6,808 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 DWN
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 | 90,922 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,808 |
| 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 DWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 DWN
What car is GP05 DWN?
GP05 DWN is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 DWN?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 DWN was 90,922 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 DWN passed its MOT?
GP05 DWN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2016.
Is GP05 DWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 DWN 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 DWN?
GP05 DWN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.