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 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 161,416 miles on the clock, averaging 10,987 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 GY05 HBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,562 |
| Average per year | 10,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GY05 HBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GY05 HBD
What car is GY05 HBD?
GY05 HBD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 HBD?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 HBD was 161,416 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 HBD passed its MOT?
GY05 HBD has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2016.
Is GY05 HBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 HBD 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 GY05 HBD?
GY05 HBD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.