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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 118,175 miles on the clock, averaging 8,875 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 GU05 WMV
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
About average| Latest reading | 118,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,875 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 WMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 WMV
What car is GU05 WMV?
GU05 WMV is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 WMV?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 WMV was 118,175 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 WMV passed its MOT?
GU05 WMV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2019.
Is GU05 WMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 WMV 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 WMV?
GU05 WMV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.