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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 78,559 miles on the clock, averaging 3,972 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GV55 GFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,559 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 3,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV55 GFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GV55 GFY
What car is GV55 GFY?
GV55 GFY is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 GFY?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 GFY was 78,559 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 GFY passed its MOT?
GV55 GFY has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.
Is GV55 GFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 GFY 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 GV55 GFY?
GV55 GFY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.