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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 140,095 miles on the clock, averaging 7,227 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 LC05 CHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,095 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LC05 CHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LC05 CHZ
What car is LC05 CHZ?
LC05 CHZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LC05 CHZ?
The last recorded mileage for LC05 CHZ was 140,095 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC05 CHZ passed its MOT?
LC05 CHZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2018.
Is LC05 CHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC05 CHZ 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 LC05 CHZ?
LC05 CHZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.