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 Diesel 1900cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 115,050 miles on the clock, averaging 7,340 miles per year, below 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 GV55 GXO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GV55 GXO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 GXO
What car is GV55 GXO?
GV55 GXO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 GXO?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 GXO was 115,050 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 GXO passed its MOT?
GV55 GXO has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2022.
Is GV55 GXO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 GXO 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 GV55 GXO?
GV55 GXO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.