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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 132,703 miles on the clock, averaging 5,047 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 LG05 XJK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 44 |
| Average per year | 5,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | LG05 XJK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LG — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LG05 XJK
What car is LG05 XJK?
LG05 XJK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LG05 XJK?
The last recorded mileage for LG05 XJK was 132,703 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LG05 XJK passed its MOT?
LG05 XJK has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is LG05 XJK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG05 XJK 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 LG05 XJK?
LG05 XJK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.