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 2000cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 155,573 miles on the clock, averaging 10,320 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for LR05 MVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,320 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LR05 MVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LR05 MVC
What car is LR05 MVC?
LR05 MVC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR05 MVC?
The last recorded mileage for LR05 MVC was 155,573 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR05 MVC passed its MOT?
LR05 MVC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2019.
Is LR05 MVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 MVC 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 LR05 MVC?
LR05 MVC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.