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 1968cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 229,696 miles on the clock, averaging 9,501 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BK05 LDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,852 |
| Average per year | 9,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BK05 LDL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 LDL
What car is BK05 LDL?
BK05 LDL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 LDL?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 LDL was 229,696 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 LDL passed its MOT?
BK05 LDL has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is BK05 LDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 LDL 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 LDL?
BK05 LDL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.