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 2000cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 143,985 miles on the clock, averaging 7,489 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for LB05 ETL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,212 |
| Average per year | 7,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB05 ETL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LB05 ETL
What car is LB05 ETL?
LB05 ETL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LB05 ETL?
The last recorded mileage for LB05 ETL was 143,985 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB05 ETL passed its MOT?
LB05 ETL has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2022.
Is LB05 ETL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB05 ETL 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 LB05 ETL?
LB05 ETL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.