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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 171,619 miles on the clock, averaging 4,462 miles per year, well 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 LM05 UTF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 171,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 4,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 UTF |
| 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 UTF
What car is LM05 UTF?
LM05 UTF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 UTF?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 UTF was 171,619 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 UTF passed its MOT?
LM05 UTF has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2023.
Is LM05 UTF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 UTF 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 UTF?
LM05 UTF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.