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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 13 (59% pass rate). It has 97,066 miles on the clock, averaging 4,807 miles per year, well 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 HW05 LSD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,066 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,225 |
| Average per year | 4,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | HW05 LSD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HW05 LSD
What car is HW05 LSD?
HW05 LSD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW05 LSD?
The last recorded mileage for HW05 LSD was 97,066 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW05 LSD passed its MOT?
HW05 LSD has had 32 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (19 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is HW05 LSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW05 LSD 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 HW05 LSD?
HW05 LSD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.