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 2000cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 136,130 miles on the clock, averaging 6,227 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GV55 HMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,130 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,943 |
| Average per year | 6,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV55 HMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 HMX
What car is GV55 HMX?
GV55 HMX is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 HMX?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 HMX was 136,130 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 HMX passed its MOT?
GV55 HMX has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is GV55 HMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 HMX 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 HMX?
GV55 HMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.