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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 188,693 miles on the clock, averaging 19,635 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 GU05 RZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 19,635 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GU05 RZY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GU05 RZY
What car is GU05 RZY?
GU05 RZY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 RZY?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 RZY was 188,693 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 RZY passed its MOT?
GU05 RZY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2015.
Is GU05 RZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 RZY 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 GU05 RZY?
GU05 RZY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.