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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 135,034 miles on the clock, averaging 3,673 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for EF05 LHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 135,034 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,517 |
| Average per year | 3,673 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF05 LHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 LHZ
What car is EF05 LHZ?
EF05 LHZ is an beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 LHZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 LHZ was 135,034 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 LHZ passed its MOT?
EF05 LHZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.
Is EF05 LHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 LHZ 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 EF05 LHZ?
EF05 LHZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.