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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 229,621 miles on the clock, averaging 10,668 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 GV05 GNN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,621 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 116 |
| Average per year | 10,668 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | GV05 GNN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 GNN
What car is GV05 GNN?
GV05 GNN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 GNN?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 GNN was 229,621 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 GNN passed its MOT?
GV05 GNN has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2024.
Is GV05 GNN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 GNN 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 GV05 GNN?
GV05 GNN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.