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 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 103,811 miles on the clock, averaging 5,738 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for GV05 MGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,738 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV05 MGU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 MGU
What car is GV05 MGU?
GV05 MGU is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 MGU?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 MGU was 103,811 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 MGU passed its MOT?
GV05 MGU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2023.
Is GV05 MGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 MGU 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 MGU?
GV05 MGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.