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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 111,629 miles on the clock, averaging 5,058 miles per year, below 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 LR55 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,629 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,093 |
| Average per year | 5,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | LR55 ELW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LR55 ELW
What car is LR55 ELW?
LR55 ELW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR55 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for LR55 ELW was 111,629 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR55 ELW passed its MOT?
LR55 ELW has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is LR55 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 ELW 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 LR55 ELW?
LR55 ELW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.