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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 119,230 miles on the clock, averaging 5,611 miles per year, below 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 YGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 YGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YGL
What car is GU05 YGL?
GU05 YGL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 YGL?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 YGL was 119,230 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 YGL passed its MOT?
GU05 YGL has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is GU05 YGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 YGL 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 YGL?
GU05 YGL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.