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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 113,344 miles on the clock, averaging 10,429 miles per year, above 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 LD55 AEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,344 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 219 |
| Average per year | 10,429 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LD55 AEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LD55 AEX
What car is LD55 AEX?
LD55 AEX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LD55 AEX?
The last recorded mileage for LD55 AEX was 113,344 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD55 AEX passed its MOT?
LD55 AEX has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2016.
Is LD55 AEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD55 AEX 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 LD55 AEX?
LD55 AEX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.