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 1984cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 161,999 miles on the clock, averaging 15,888 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 LS05 XRE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,384 |
| Average per year | 15,888 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | LS05 XRE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LS05 XRE
What car is LS05 XRE?
LS05 XRE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LS05 XRE?
The last recorded mileage for LS05 XRE was 161,999 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS05 XRE passed its MOT?
LS05 XRE has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2015.
Is LS05 XRE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS05 XRE 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 LS05 XRE?
LS05 XRE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.