Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 165,750 miles on the clock, averaging 9,046 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 XWH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,750 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,374 |
| Average per year | 9,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 XWH |
| 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 XWH
What car is GV05 XWH?
GV05 XWH is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 XWH?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 XWH was 165,750 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 XWH passed its MOT?
GV05 XWH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2015.
Is GV05 XWH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 XWH 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 XWH?
GV05 XWH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.