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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 170,851 miles on the clock, averaging 7,119 miles per year, below 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 LG05 XYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,699 |
| Average per year | 7,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LG05 XYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LG — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LG05 XYU
What car is LG05 XYU?
LG05 XYU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LG05 XYU?
The last recorded mileage for LG05 XYU was 170,851 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LG05 XYU passed its MOT?
LG05 XYU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2022.
Is LG05 XYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG05 XYU 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 LG05 XYU?
LG05 XYU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.