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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 172,815 miles on the clock, averaging 7,692 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 GP55 WVN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,815 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,692 |
| 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 | GP55 WVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GP55 WVN
What car is GP55 WVN?
GP55 WVN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP55 WVN?
The last recorded mileage for GP55 WVN was 172,815 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP55 WVN passed its MOT?
GP55 WVN has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2022.
Is GP55 WVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP55 WVN 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 GP55 WVN?
GP55 WVN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.