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LM55 JZL

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1900cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 165,210 miles on the clock, averaging 8,985 miles per year, around 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 JZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,210
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,985

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading165,210 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,985
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM55 JZL 25k60k95k130k165k '09'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,210 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage165,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,802 miles
PASS
Mileage160,402 miles
Since last MOT+3,029 miles
PASS
Mileage157,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,254 miles
PASS
Mileage154,119 miles
Since last MOT+1,822 miles
PASS
Mileage152,297 miles
Since last MOT+2,522 miles
PASS
Mileage149,775 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,671 miles
Since last MOT+5,367 miles
PASS
Mileage144,304 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,302 miles
Since last MOT+7,546 miles
PASS
Mileage136,756 miles
Since last MOT+16,712 miles
PASS
Mileage120,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,044 miles
Since last MOT+16,262 miles
PASS
Mileage103,782 miles
Since last MOT+16,582 miles
PASS
Mileage87,200 miles
Since last MOT+14,615 miles
PASS
Mileage72,585 miles
Since last MOT+14,523 miles
PASS
Mileage58,062 miles
Since last MOT+15,409 miles
PASS
Mileage42,653 miles
Since last MOT+8,806 miles
PASS
Mileage33,847 miles
Since last MOT+8,555 miles
PASS
Mileage25,292 miles

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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

RegistrationLM55 JZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LM55 JZL

What car is LM55 JZL?

LM55 JZL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LM55 JZL?

The last recorded mileage for LM55 JZL was 165,210 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM55 JZL passed its MOT?

LM55 JZL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2024.

Is LM55 JZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM55 JZL 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 JZL?

LM55 JZL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.