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 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 101,008 miles on the clock, averaging 7,435 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GV05 YGK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,008 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,940 |
| Average per year | 7,435 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV05 YGK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 YGK
What car is GV05 YGK?
GV05 YGK is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 YGK?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 YGK was 101,008 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 YGK passed its MOT?
GV05 YGK has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2016.
Is GV05 YGK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 YGK 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 YGK?
GV05 YGK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.