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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 156,738 miles on the clock, averaging 9,375 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 GV05 AEO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,858 |
| Average per year | 9,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GV05 AEO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GV05 AEO
What car is GV05 AEO?
GV05 AEO is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 AEO?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 AEO was 156,738 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 AEO passed its MOT?
GV05 AEO has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Oct 2021.
Is GV05 AEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 AEO 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 GV05 AEO?
GV05 AEO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.