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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 120,339 miles on the clock, averaging 6,014 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 LM05 RUA
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 | 120,339 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 6,014 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | LM05 RUA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 RUA
What car is LM05 RUA?
LM05 RUA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 RUA?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 RUA was 120,339 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 RUA passed its MOT?
LM05 RUA has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is LM05 RUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 RUA 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 LM05 RUA?
LM05 RUA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.