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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 231,067 miles on the clock, averaging 8,964 miles per year, around 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 GP05 MXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 231,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,711 |
| Average per year | 8,964 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GP05 MXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 MXV
What car is GP05 MXV?
GP05 MXV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 MXV?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 MXV was 231,067 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 MXV passed its MOT?
GP05 MXV has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2023.
Is GP05 MXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 MXV 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 GP05 MXV?
GP05 MXV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.