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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 228,776 miles on the clock, averaging 9,629 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 LM55 MUE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 9,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 MUE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LM55 MUE
What car is LM55 MUE?
LM55 MUE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM55 MUE?
The last recorded mileage for LM55 MUE was 228,776 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM55 MUE passed its MOT?
LM55 MUE has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2026.
Is LM55 MUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM55 MUE 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 MUE?
LM55 MUE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.