TC is bang on the money, I indeed had the same problem.
If you are losing coolant and it constantly requires topping up (in my case every 3 - 4 weeks) this could be because there a leaking flange (tell me you didn't giggle when you read that . .
) where the coolant goes into the engine and all that (technical description there).
It is covered under warranty or (in the case of VW Croydon) cost £180 inc labour and parts. This has been the case for a few people I know who have had MK5s.
Attached is a copy of the invoice for the works carried out which might be of help:
Any other questions bitches !?