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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 145,978 miles on the clock, averaging 7,641 miles per year, around 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 GY05 RVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 98 |
| Average per year | 7,641 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY05 RVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 RVP
What car is GY05 RVP?
GY05 RVP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 RVP?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 RVP was 145,978 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 RVP passed its MOT?
GY05 RVP has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2019.
Is GY05 RVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 RVP 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 GY05 RVP?
GY05 RVP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.