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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 105,617 miles on the clock, averaging 1,939 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 LR05 MVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,538 |
| Average per year | 1,939 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LR05 MVH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LR05 MVH
What car is LR05 MVH?
LR05 MVH is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR05 MVH?
The last recorded mileage for LR05 MVH was 105,617 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR05 MVH passed its MOT?
LR05 MVH has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2017.
Is LR05 MVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 MVH 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 LR05 MVH?
LR05 MVH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.