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 1900cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 105,887 miles on the clock, averaging 6,950 miles per year, 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 LM55 GDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,142 |
| Average per year | 6,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | LM55 GDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LM55 GDV
What car is LM55 GDV?
LM55 GDV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM55 GDV?
The last recorded mileage for LM55 GDV was 105,887 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM55 GDV passed its MOT?
LM55 GDV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Apr 2015.
Is LM55 GDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM55 GDV 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 LM55 GDV?
LM55 GDV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.