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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 127,603 miles on the clock, averaging 6,133 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 GV05 TEU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 6,133 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 TEU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 TEU
What car is GV05 TEU?
GV05 TEU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 TEU?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 TEU was 127,603 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 TEU passed its MOT?
GV05 TEU has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is GV05 TEU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 TEU 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 TEU?
GV05 TEU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.