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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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 59,284 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for GY05 MLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 59,284 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 MLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 MLJ
What car is GY05 MLJ?
GY05 MLJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 MLJ?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 MLJ was 59,284 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 MLJ passed its MOT?
GY05 MLJ has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Mar 2008.
Is GY05 MLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 MLJ 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 MLJ?
GY05 MLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.