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 1390cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 84,260 miles on the clock, averaging 3,577 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for DG05 LBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,260 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG05 LBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DG05 LBY
What car is DG05 LBY?
DG05 LBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 LBY?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 LBY was 84,260 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 LBY passed its MOT?
DG05 LBY has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2026.
Is DG05 LBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 LBY 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 DG05 LBY?
DG05 LBY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.