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 1900cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 161,623 miles on the clock, averaging 13,075 miles per year, above 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 PXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 13,075 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
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 PXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 PXZ
What car is GP05 PXZ?
GP05 PXZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 PXZ?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 PXZ was 161,623 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 PXZ passed its MOT?
GP05 PXZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2017.
Is GP05 PXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 PXZ 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 PXZ?
GP05 PXZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.