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 1900cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 148,601 miles on the clock, averaging 8,890 miles per year, around 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 LB54 EMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,601 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | LB54 EMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About LB54 EMV
What car is LB54 EMV?
LB54 EMV is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LB54 EMV?
The last recorded mileage for LB54 EMV was 148,601 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB54 EMV passed its MOT?
LB54 EMV has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2016.
Is LB54 EMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB54 EMV 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 LB54 EMV?
LB54 EMV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.