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 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 109,458 miles on the clock, averaging 5,590 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 LB05 EOS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,458 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 5,590 |
| 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 | LB05 EOS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LB05 EOS
What car is LB05 EOS?
LB05 EOS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LB05 EOS?
The last recorded mileage for LB05 EOS was 109,458 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB05 EOS passed its MOT?
LB05 EOS has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is LB05 EOS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB05 EOS 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 LB05 EOS?
LB05 EOS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.