VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.9 TDI 105 S

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.9 TDI 105 S is a five-door family hatchback sitting between city cars and larger family cars. A familiar UK used-car choice, the Golf is known for everyday practicality and a solid feel. Mycarcheck.com recorded 2,918 lookups across 1,460 distinct VINs, a substantial sample.

Its five doors and cabin suit commuters, couples and small families, while the diesel engine suits regular journeys and higher-mileage use. Checks show latest mileage averaging 142,000 and annual use of 8,000 miles. Nearly five previous keepers on average mean many cars have changed hands several times in the sample.

Compared with Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra hatchbacks, the Golf’s appeal is its blend of comfort, practical space and design; the 1.9 TDI is often chosen for economical long-distance motoring. Mycarcheck.com data puts average private-sale valuation at £1,000, useful context when weighing condition, history and price on an older example.

Buying a used Golf? Outstanding finance, write-off history, hidden damage, mileage discrepancies or theft could turn a bargain into a costly mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you commit.

Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,460 different vehicles, run between February 17th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.

2,918
Lookups

571
Hidden Histories

155k
Average Mileage

£1,000
Average Valuation