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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 193,478 miles on the clock, averaging 12,491 miles per year, above 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 DG05 LCT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,326 |
| Average per year | 12,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DG05 LCT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 LCT
What car is DG05 LCT?
DG05 LCT is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 LCT?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 LCT was 193,478 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 LCT passed its MOT?
DG05 LCT has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2022.
Is DG05 LCT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 LCT 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 DG05 LCT?
DG05 LCT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.