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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 145,320 miles on the clock, averaging 9,338 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 LR55 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,320 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,338 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | LR55 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LR55 ELJ
What car is LR55 ELJ?
LR55 ELJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR55 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for LR55 ELJ was 145,320 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR55 ELJ passed its MOT?
LR55 ELJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2021.
Is LR55 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 ELJ 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 LR55 ELJ?
LR55 ELJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.