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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 89,780 miles on the clock, averaging 5,114 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 DS05 LNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | DS05 LNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DS05 LNU
What car is DS05 LNU?
DS05 LNU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS05 LNU?
The last recorded mileage for DS05 LNU was 89,780 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS05 LNU passed its MOT?
DS05 LNU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2021.
Is DS05 LNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS05 LNU 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 DS05 LNU?
DS05 LNU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.