Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 171,277 miles on the clock, averaging 11,566 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 XWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 118 |
| Average per year | 11,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 XWL
What car is GV05 XWL?
GV05 XWL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 XWL?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 XWL was 171,277 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 XWL passed its MOT?
GV05 XWL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2017.
Is GV05 XWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 XWL 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 XWL?
GV05 XWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.