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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 134,209 miles on the clock, averaging 6,972 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for LM05 UTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,972 |
| Average per year | 6,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LM05 UTC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 UTC
What car is LM05 UTC?
LM05 UTC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 UTC?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 UTC was 134,209 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 UTC passed its MOT?
LM05 UTC has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2022.
Is LM05 UTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 UTC 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 UTC?
LM05 UTC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.