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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 107,252 miles on the clock, averaging 5,124 miles per year, below 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 BK05 LCC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,252 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
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 | BK05 LCC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 LCC
What car is BK05 LCC?
BK05 LCC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 LCC?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 LCC was 107,252 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 LCC passed its MOT?
BK05 LCC has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2020.
Is BK05 LCC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 LCC 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 BK05 LCC?
BK05 LCC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.