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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 157,838 miles on the clock, averaging 7,589 miles per year, around 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 PVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 PVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 PVW
What car is GP05 PVW?
GP05 PVW is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 PVW?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 PVW was 157,838 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 PVW passed its MOT?
GP05 PVW has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Apr 2025.
Is GP05 PVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 PVW 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 PVW?
GP05 PVW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.