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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 193,865 miles on the clock, averaging 10,035 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 LM05 USU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,865 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | LM05 USU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 USU
What car is LM05 USU?
LM05 USU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 USU?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 USU was 193,865 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 USU passed its MOT?
LM05 USU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2024.
Is LM05 USU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 USU 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 LM05 USU?
LM05 USU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.