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 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 138,541 miles on the clock, averaging 11,209 miles per year, above 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 GU05 WMD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,781 |
| Average per year | 11,209 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GU05 WMD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 WMD
What car is GU05 WMD?
GU05 WMD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 WMD?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 WMD was 138,541 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 WMD passed its MOT?
GU05 WMD has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2016.
Is GU05 WMD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 WMD 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 GU05 WMD?
GU05 WMD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.